SamWest Blackboots FC head coach Gilbert Selebwa has thrown his full support behind the proposed restructuring of the National Super League (NSL), praising the Football Kenya Federation’s (FKF) plan to split the second tier into two zones from the 2025/26 season.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsSelebwa, a seasoned coach and former AFC Leopards, Shabana FC boss, believes the shift will provide much-needed financial relief to clubs grappling with rising operational costs and a lack of sponsorship.##NAJAVA_MECA_8992123##“This is a step in the right direction. Most second-tier teams don’t have the financial muscle to keep travelling across the country every other week,” Selebwa said in an interview with Citizen Digital.“By introducing regional conferences, FKF is easing the burden on clubs. Transport has been our biggest headache, and some teams have even had to miss fixtures due to a lack of funds.”President Ruto commits to building 37 sports academies across KenyaThe experienced tactician noted that the current league structure, while competitive, places unrealistic demands on many clubs that are barely surviving financially.“Without proper sponsorship, the national format becomes a luxury most teams cannot afford,” he said. “This new setup gives clubs a better chance to stay afloat while still competing.”South Sudan giants offer millions to lure Nairobi United assistant captainSelebwa, however, was quick to clarify that if adequate financial support is found, the national structure should be preserved due to its intensity and quality.“The league as it is today is very competitive. If FKF can get serious funding for clubs, we should retain the format because it builds strong teams ready for top-flight football,” he added.Despite a challenging season that saw SamWest Blackboots finish 15th with 39 points, Selebwa lauded the resilience of NSL teams and the high level of competition.Kipyegon shifting the limits of belief with her Breaking4 attempt“Until the very end of the season, no one was sure of survival. That kind of competitiveness is rare and should be protected. With better structures and support, NSL can produce even more quality sides for the Premier League,” he concluded.According to FKF, the proposed reforms, which include overhauls across all league levels, are designed to increase sustainability, competitiveness, and clarity in promotion and relegation structures from the grassroots to the top tier.Why former Spurs midfielder warned teammates against going close to Victor Wanyama
