Ferwafa to announce new foreign players’ quota “soon”
Sunday, August 11, 2024
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The President of the Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA), Alphonse Munyentwari, has revealed that a final decision on the number of foreign players allowed on the pitch during the upcoming season will be announced in the coming days.

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He made the comments shortly after the Super Cup match between Police FC and APR FC, which ended in a 0-0 draw after 90 minutes, with Police FC eventually winning 6-5 on penalties.

Responding to a question from the press regarding the foreign players’ quota, Munyentwari said an official decision on the issue is imminent.

"Last year, we increased the number of foreign players by one (from five to six in the starting 11). Currently, we are reviewing this issue again, taking into account several factors," he said.

"The decision will be communicated soon, but our main goal is to enhance the quality of players, whether they are foreigners or Rwandans,” he added.

According to sources, a final decision on the number of foreign players allowed on the match-day roster is expected by Monday.

The potential adjustment in the foreign player quota is anticipated to have a significant impact on team strategies and the overall competitiveness of the league, as clubs balance the need for top talent with the development of local players.

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Police Fc and APR FC players vie for the ball during the Super Cup match in which Police FC won 6-5 on penalties to be crowned Super Cup Champions on Saturday. Photo by Craish Bahizi