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Expanding KPL to 18 clubs from 16 has far reaching effects

Football Kenya Federation President Sam Nyamwea (Centre) sits with his Vice President Robert Asembo (Left) during a special general meeting at a hotel in Eldoret. Asembo who was in the position in an acting capacity was endorsed into the position. 26-09-2014. PHOTOS BY: KEVIN TUNOI

The custodian of local football, the Football Kenya Federation, under the eminent leadership of President Sam Nyamweya, has proposed that the premier league be expanded to 18 clubs in 2015.

I use proposing sparingly because it came out more like a decree than proposal. It has to be difficult being a Sam Nyamweya in the football spheres of Kenya because when you speak, even when you mean well, nobody wants to believe you!

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