Kenya Women Premier League (WPL) debutants Kangemi Ladies have found the going tough in the top tier league and are yet to pick points in the 12-team top flight league after seven rounds.The Turncliff Asiebella-led side has conceded the highest number of goals so far, at 30, while scoring seven, one better than the lowest scoring side, Kayole Starlets. Court hands Caretaker Committee blow in Fortune Ladies’ promotion rowThe tactician has attributed his side’s poor run to inexperience, something he is working to address in the mid-season transfer window. “We began the season on a low and the results show. At first I had to quickly assemble a squad as the players that helped the team gain promotion were unavailable. A good number of them are back to the team and were in action for the last three games. While there is a considerable improvement in our playing, inexperience continues to undo any good work we do. In most of the matches, we are able to hold our own until the final half hour or so of the match when we crumble,” explained Asiebella. Kangemi opened their season with a clash against Super Cup and Women’s Cup champions Ulinzi Starlets, receiving a 6-2 baptism by fire welcome to the top tier league.KWPL: Ulinzi Starlets win big to go thirdThe closest the side has come to a win was against Zetech Sparks where they led throughout the match only to go down 4-3 at the end of the seven-goal thriller. Last weekend, the side lost 4-0 to league champions Thika Queens. “Most of these players have not had the experience to handle the pressure in the top tier. A majority of our players are drawn from high school and while they are good tactically, we will be looking to bring in a few players who can provide leadership on all departments.The FKF Women Premier League table toppers @Vihigaqueens maintain their spot at the summit, while @gaspow_fc play second fiddle as the race for the title tightens. #FKFWPL pic.twitter.com/fmByUoNn4b— FKF Caretaker – Women (@fkfcc_women) January 30, 2022 We have already identified the players we want in our squad and some have already begun training with the team as we await the transfer window to open. We will probably make ten changes,” said the tactician. On the weekend, Kangemi travel away to Vihiga where they face three-time champions Vihiga Queens in a round eight clash.
