by FSL News | 9 Jul, 2020 | Players Abroad News, Sport News
Ibrahim Kargbo celebrated this season’s Ukrainian Cup the club 12th
Sierra Leone-born Ibrahim Kargbo junior enjoyed his first major success after his Dynamo Kyiv defeated Vorskla Poltava 8-7 on penalties in the Ukrainian Cup final at the OSK Metalist, Kharkiv on Wednesday.
Dynamo Kyiv secured their 12th Ukrainian Cup after a penalty shootout victory over Vorskla Poltava on Wednesday.
As a result, the victory ensures Dynamo go straight into next season’s Europa League group stage.
Although he did not play any part in the final. However, Kargbo made his debut for the club in this competition when he was introduced in the 61st minutes in Kyiv 2-0 Semi-final cup victory on Wednesday, June 18.
Striker Ruslan Stepanyuk opened the scoring for Vorskla in the opening 10th minute of the final that was played in the eastern city of Kharkiv before Dynamo’s Slovenian midfielder Benjamin Verbic levelled in the 28th minute.
The final was concluded with a dramatic penalty shootout, Dynamo prevailed 8-7.
Last month, Dynamo’s bitter rivals Shakhtar Donetsk secured their 13th Ukrainian league title.
The Ukrainian Premier League restarted its season in May, in line with an easing of the coronavirus-related lockdown measures in the country.
The youngster, who is still eligible to play for his country of birth, has been part of the Kyiv side since his debut.
He made his first senior start in defeat against Desna Chernihiv at the Yuri Gagarin Stadium June 28 and played a part in Dynamo’s defeat to rival Shakhtar Donetsk.
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Kargbo Jnr makes Dinamo Kyiv debut in cup win over Minai
by FSL News | 5 Jul, 2020 | Players Abroad News, Sport News
Faroe Islands’ top-tier side NSÍ Runavík have parted company with Alfred Sankoh by mutual consent, seven months after he penned a two-year deal.
The 31-year-old, who only played in four friendlies before the Coronavirus pandemic confirmed the news to FSL medium.
“The Covid-19 lockdown met me in Norway. As a result, I was not able to join the team. The contract was cancelled by mutual consent.” Sankoh told FSL news.
NSÍ Runavík currently second in the Betri deildin standing with 26 points from 11 matches this season.
Sankoh played last season with second-tier Norwegian side Notodden FK.
He started his career with Strømsgodset in May 2008. Four years after in July 2012, Sankoh signed a three-year contract with TFF First League side Şanlıurfaspor. Two years later, in July 2014, Sankoh moved to Khazar Lankaran, signing a two-year contract.
Since then has had spells with Balikesirspor, Denizlispor, Al Jabalain and Majees.
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Faroe Islands’ top-tier side NSÍ Runavík sign midfielder Sankoh
by FSL News | 5 Jul, 2020 | Players Abroad News, Sport News
Alhassan Crespo Kamara scored his first goal on his return to football action on Monday night after 19 months out.
His last match was in December 2018 while playing for Panetolikos where he was forced off the pitch after a damaged to his knee.
The striker, who joined Swedish Superettan side Halmstad Boldklub in March, finally featured for the HBK U21 side against IS Halmia at the Örjans Vall.
The experienced striker got to show his class when he was pulled down and scored the penalty that was awarded in 68 minutes.
His goal against Halmia from the spot was his first goal for almost two years.
Kamara said he was delighted because he was told he has only a 10% chance of playing football again following a severe injury sustained in December 2018 in the Greece top-flight.
“It felt great and a little strange during the first half. I started to feel a little flow, so it felt good. But I know I have a lot to learn about how HBK plays.”
“I played for 70 minutes, and everything went well. The game ended 1-1 for now, I am taking it one game at a time,” He told FSL news.
The former Orebro striker added, “It was a long time since I scored.”
Alhassan Kamara joins Swedish superettan side Halmstad BK
Alhassan Kamara forced off pitch with serious knee injury
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by FSL News | 4 Jul, 2020 | Players Abroad News, Sport News
23-year-old Suleiman Samura has been compared to France International and Chelsea FC midfielder, N’Golo Kanté, Lucas Torreira of Arsenal and Onyinye Wilfred Ndidi of Leicester City by former Bayer Leverkusen, Everton, and U.S international, Landon Donovan.
Donovan is the current manager of San Diego Loyal SC in the United Soccer League (USL) where the former Craig Bellamy Academy star has set his sight to flourish in the first team under the watchful eyes of the former international superstar.
“I remembered when coach Donovan told me that with my energy and hunger to break up play, win the ball and keep things simple, if I do that consistently, I would play a big part in his team. He also reminded me that is the same job the likes of Ngolo Kante, Ndidi and Torreira are doing for their clubs,” Samura told FSL news.
The midfielder was part of Friday’s pre-season match in their 2-2 draw against LA Galaxy 11 at the Dignity Health Sports Park.
Samura joined SD Loyal from Fresno, where he penned his first pro-contract last July after spells with Fresno FC U-23 in the USL PDL in 2018, and with National Premier Soccer League side Laredo Heat.
The San Diego, California-based club will kick start their campaign away from home next week Saturday against defending champions Real Monarchs at the Rio Tinto Stadium, and the Sierra Leone-born can’t wait to begin a new journey.
“I’m gearing to start the new season. I want to play and give my best to a great club under a great manager,” he said.
“Having London Donovan as a head coach right now is a blessing. I’m learning from him every day. Working under his supervision will surely help me to improve every aspect of my game,” Samura passionately added.
Samura hopes Coach Donovan will help him in his development process.
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Slået op af San Diego Loyal i Torsdag den 2. juli 2020
Midfielder Suleiman Samura pens first Pro-contract
by FSL News | 4 Jul, 2020 | African News, Football Africa
Egyptian Football Association (EFA) have confirmed August 7 as the new date for the commencement of the Egyptian Premier League.
According to the EFA, the season will begin its schedule in two phases beginning with all postponed matches before lockdown.
Cairo giants Al-Ahly El Ahly SC was leading the pecking order with 49 points after playing 17 matches before the covid-19 pandemic.
The EFA, however, made no mention of Zamalek – who have said they will not resume playing until a “cure for the virus” is found.
The EFA last month implemented safety guidelines and testing procedures for players mandating two tests with five days separating each test, since then 19 tests have returned positive with individuals in isolation.
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