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Best way forward: Football Kenya Federation keen to expand KPL to accommodate 18 teams

Duncan Otewa (left) of Bandari FC controls the ball under presure from Andrew Tololwa (right) of Tusker FC during their Kenya Premier League match played at the Mombasa Stadiun on July 27, 2014. Photo by Gideon Maundu

Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Sam Nyamweya believes an expanded premiership league will give more players a chance to develop and grow the standard of the game in the country.

In a paid-up advertisement, Nyamweya defended the federation's decision to root for an 18-team Kenyan Premier League (KPL) from next season.

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