Whatever has hit the club has entirely spurned from financial constraints, a recurring problem with Ugandan sport.
It was meant to eventually come to pieces: the start of the 2023/24 campaign painted the picture of a disaster awaiting to happen, yet the club scalped through the first round.
The seven-time Uganda Premier League champions got off with multiple issues regarding player signings vis-a-vis the exodus at the start and later, in the middle of the season.
Those that came in, many of whom were youngsters, could only be soothed with meagre settlements.
Whatever has hit the club has entirely spurned from financial constraints, a recurring problem with Ugandan sport.
13:43 - 17.02.2024
Reports: Shocking turnaround as Isabirye's future at Express is doubtful, again
From an imminent departure after last Saturday's 4-3 Uganda Premier League defeat to KCCA FC to reports of staying, it's back to "Isabirye to leave" within a space of just a week.
It has been reported the club owes players and staff months' salaries, coupled with accumulated dues in allowances.
With the situation not promising a near end, the players have tentatively laid their tools down.
12:33 - 19.02.2024
Time and how to watch Travis Mutyaba's possible debut as Zamalek battles El Ismaily
Mutyaba made the travelling squad to Ismailia for the clash against the league strugglers, who are 15th on the 18-team log with 11 points in as many games.
Per multiple reports, players have not turned up for Monday's training, raising alarm to their loyalty.
Via the weekend, it was indicated Express head coach Alex Isabirye planned to exit the club after their 8-7 penalty shootout win over Rwenzori Lions in the Stanbic Uganda Cup.
11:31 - 19.02.2024
STARS ABROAD Rogers Mato makes winning debut at his new European outfit
The Uganda Cranes star's cameo came six minutes before another Serbian, Uros Stamenic, struck the winner, for their first victory in the last five games.
The tactician was apparently sick of the far-from-consistent turn-up of players to training sessions.
Meanwhile, Express will be guests to host Soltilo Bright Stars in the League on Thursday this week.