Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina – FK Sloboda Tuzla, a professional football club competing in the First League of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, has publicly addressed a recent security breach affecting its official Facebook page. The club alleges that a supporters group gained unauthorized access and published content not sanctioned by the organization, leading to the dissemination of what Sloboda Tuzla terms “inaccurate and tendentious information.”
In a statement released today, FK Sloboda Tuzla vehemently denied claims circulating online, stating they contained false and misleading details concerning the club’s operations. The club emphasized that its official Facebook page was compromised by a supporters group, resulting in the publication of unauthorized content. According to the statement, the club has taken immediate steps to regain full control of its social media channels and prevent further misuse.
“FK Sloboda Tuzla strongly denies the allegations made in a text that appeared publicly today, which contains untrue and tendentious information related to events within and around our club,” the statement reads. “FK Sloboda Tuzla informs the public that the official Facebook page of the club was subject to unauthorized access, meaning it was hacked by a supporters group, due to which content that is not the position or official communication of the club was published in the near future. The club has already taken all necessary steps to regain full control over its communication channels and prevent further abuse.”
The club explicitly disavowed any posts or messages published without its approval, labeling them as inaccurate, and unsubstantiated. FK Sloboda Tuzla affirmed that all decisions are made through established club structures and that the public will be informed of important matters through official and verified communication channels. This incident highlights the growing challenges sports clubs face in managing their online presence and combating misinformation.
“FK Sloboda Tuzla distances itself from all posts and messages published without the club’s authorization, as well as from inaccurate and false allegations that have not been made or confirmed through the club’s official bodies,” the statement continued. “We emphasize that FK Sloboda Tuzla makes its decisions exclusively through the prescribed club structures, and that the public will be informed in a timely manner about all important issues through the official and verified communication channels of the club.”
Founded in 1919, FK Sloboda Tuzla has a long and storied history in Bosnian football. According to Wikipedia, the club currently plays its home matches at Stadion Tušanj, which has a capacity of 7,200 spectators. The club’s current president is Azmir Husić, and Denis Karić is the current manager. The team has experienced periods of success in the Premier League of Bosnia and Herzegovina, but currently competes in the First League of FBiH.
The club’s statement as well underscored its commitment to stabilization, development of all its youth teams, and preserving its reputation as a prominent sporting symbol of Tuzla. It urged all stakeholders to refrain from spreading unverified information that could harm the club, its players, coaching staff, and supporters. The incident raises questions about the relationship between the club and its supporters, and the potential for future disruptions.
“FK Sloboda Tuzla remains committed to stabilizing the club, working with all selections, and preserving the reputation of one of the most recognizable sports symbols of our city. At the same time, we call on all actors to refrain from spreading unverified information that harms the club, players, professional staff and fans,” the statement concluded. “The public will be informed of all further steps in a timely manner.”
As of March 17, 2026, FK Sloboda Tuzla is scheduled to play FK Radnik Hadžići on March 22nd at Stadion Tušanj. The club’s official website provides further details on the match and other club news. Fans are encouraged to follow official channels for accurate and up-to-date information. The club has not yet released details regarding the specific measures taken to secure its Facebook page or whether any legal action will be pursued against the supporters group allegedly responsible for the hack.
This incident serves as a reminder of the increasing importance of cybersecurity for sports organizations and the demand to protect official communication channels from unauthorized access. The club’s swift response and public statement demonstrate its commitment to transparency and accountability. The situation is still developing, and Archysport will continue to monitor and report on any further updates.
