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BFA policy decisions must be consistent

The Botswana Football Association (BFA) has found itself under scrutiny following its reversal of two significant policy decisions in recent weeks.

The BFA has announced, and then back-tracked on the issue of foreign players quota in the Premier League and the minimum coaching qualifications required for the elite competition. Policy reviews are a key part of the ever evolving game, with the decisions made in the best interest of all stakeholders. The ultimate aim of the two decisions is to improve the quality and pool of local players as well as increase elite competition, respectively.

Last month, the BFA announced that from next season, clubs will only be allowed to field three foreign nationals, while also being forced to feature junior players.

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