19/09/2026
OFFICIAL STATEMENT
CHEROTA OPEN TOURNAMENT 🏆⚽
Cherota FC wishes to clarify and reaffirm the purpose and principles behind the Cherota Open Tournament.
The tournament was organized with the spirit of unity, togetherness, brotherhood, and community interaction. It was intended to bring teams and football lovers together in a friendly environment, promote youth engagement, and strengthen relationships through football.
We wish to make it clear that the Cherota Open Tournament was organized and financed by Cherota FC itself, and the prize money was drawn from the team’s own funds.
Cherota FC is aware of misleading information and rumours circulating regarding the tournament. For the avoidance of doubt, Cherota FC did not receive any financial support from any political aspirant.
Furthermore, Cherota FC is not affiliated with, and will not be affiliated with, any political party or political aspirant. The team does not endorse or support any specific political candidate. Our focus remains on football, youth development, unity, and community engagement.
Regarding the football equipment, balls were provided to participating teams, while the playing uniform was awarded to the tournament champions. This support came from a well-wisher who believes in empowering young people and promoting the development and love of football.
Cherota FC therefore distances itself from rumours, misinformation, and fake news intended to misrepresent the purpose, financing, or identity of the tournament.
We remain committed to football, youth empowerment, teamwork, and peaceful community engagement.
CHEROTA FC
Our Team, Our Pride 💚⚽
Unity • Togetherness • Brotherhood
