Broke MCF FC reinstated to NSL after FKF intervention
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The withdrawal stemmed from funding shortages that left the club unable to meet essential obligations, including salaries, food, accommodation and equipment for players
Mully Children's Family (MCF) FC has been reinstated to the National Super League (NSL) after withdrawing midway through the 2025/2026 season due to financial constraints.
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The club’s founder and director, Charles Muli, said the decision to return followed extensive discussions with officials from the Football Kenya Federation (FKF), led by president Hussein Mohammed, who visited the club last week and assured them of support.
Speaking at the MCF home in Ndalani, Dr. Muli confirmed that players have been recalled and training has resumed ahead of this weekend’s fixtures.
The club had pulled out after 18 matches, a move that forced a reset of the league standings under FKF rules, with all MCF results nullified.
The withdrawal stemmed from funding shortages that left the club unable to meet essential obligations, including salaries, food, accommodation, and equipment for players.
“We played for three years in the NSL, and I then realized we have a shortage of funds, and I thought if we don't stop, we will be very embarrassed because the players need salaries, food, accommodation, uniforms, and many other things. So we had to stop and prepare ourselves in matters of football,” Dr. Muli explained.
He credited the FKF delegation’s intervention for the turnaround.
“Last week, the FKF delegates visited us, led by Hussein Mohammed, who is the president of football in Kenya, and I explained that the problem was a lack of funds. They encouraged me and invited us back to the NSL, explaining that some people have offered to help us. Because of the kindness shown, I was very happy and decided that we could start again.”
Dr. Muli said letters have been sent to all players inviting them back to training, with some already reporting to camp.
“Therefore, I have written a letter inviting all the players back for them to come back so that we can continue training. Most of them are not yet back, but we pray they come back so that we can continue with our football.”
The two fixtures MCF failed to honor before withdrawing will be rescheduled by FKF, with new dates to be confirmed.
Although Dr. Muli did not disclose details of the financial backing promised, it has emerged that poor performance also contributed to the earlier decision to disband the squad.
A new coach has since been appointed to steer the team through the second leg of the season.
The reinstatement offers MCF a fresh start in the NSL under the banner of the Mully Children’s Family charitable organization, which has long used sport as a tool for youth empowerment and community development.
The move also reflects FKF’s efforts to stabilize the second tier by supporting clubs grappling with financial and operational challenges while maintaining competitive balance.