Gucha Stars historic promotion to the National Super League (NSL) has been nullified after the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Leagues & Competitions Committee found the club guilty of fielding an ineligible player, Eugene Nyakaga, during a critical match against Nakuru Bucks.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More News In a decision released on 23rd May 2025, the FKF ruled that Gucha Stars contravened the FKF Rules and Regulations by using a player involved in a case of impersonation.The committee determined that Nyakaga featured in the match under a false identity, a serious violation that undermined the integrity of the competition.##NAJAVA_MECA_8945036##The FKF committee, led by Vice Chairman Danson Njuguna, stated that Gucha Stars had “knowingly or unknowingly been a party to the commission of false documents,” a breach of FKF Rule 6.2.1 relating to player registration.As a consequence:1. Gucha Stars FC shall forfeit the match against Nakuru Bucks FC for fielding an ineligible player.2. Eugene Nyakaga has been suspended for 365 days, effective immediately, for his role in the impersonation.However, controversy clouds the ruling.Victor Wanyama hints at return to Harambee Stars after four-year hiatusThe protest that triggered the investigation was filed more than three weeks after the match, well outside the stipulated timeframe allowed for lodging such complaints.This has raised questions about due process and adherence to FKF’s regulations.To further complicate matters, Nakuru Bucks FC, the alleged aggrieved party, issued a public statement dissociating itself from the protest.Mozzart Bet hands fresh look to Mount Elgon peace ambassadors Chepyuk FCThe club emphasized that the person who submitted the complaint had no official mandate or backing from its management.With Gucha Stars’ promotion now reversed Soy United has earned promotion to the second tier while Compel will take part in the FKF Division One play offs.
