FOOTBALL

FKF issues warning on unlicensed clubs

Football Kenya Federation (FKF) have handed clubs one week notice to comply with CAF (Confederation of African Football) licensing rules and regulations.

 FKF Chairman Nick Mwendwa said that clubs that don’t apply for the license will have to be relegated to the lower leagues.

Mwendwa said, “It’s a FIFA and CAF regulation and not our own making. Clubs must obtain CAF license to participate in the top leagues and we have extended the deadline to Friday December 16.”

“Clubs that will not apply for the same by deadline day will risk being relegated to lower leagues. If in KPL, they will be relegated to National Super League,” said Mwendwa.

Three clubs have been issued with the certificate to participate in the league come next year.

Tusker and Ulinzi were awarded certificates due to their participation in the CAF champion’s league while Wazito FC was awarded yesterday.

“There are 16 clubs in the Sportpesa premier league and 20 clubs in the National Super league and only 15 clubs in those two divisions have sent their application,” said FKF chairman.

He added that 12 clubs have begun their process that is; AFC Leopards, Chemelil Sugar, Gor Mahia, KK Homeboyz, Sony Sugar, Thika United, Palos FC, Kariobangi Sharks, KCB, Nakumatt, Zoo Kericho and Posta Rangers.