by FSL News | 17 Apr, 2017 | Players Abroad News
27-year-old Hampton & Richmond Borough defender Michael Kamara has committed his international future to Sierra Leone.
Kamara, who is plying his trade in the English National League six-tier division, was born in Greece from parents hailing from Sierra Leone.
Kamara told footballsierraleone.net. “It will be an honour to represent the country of my parents. I’m confident, motivated ready to take my game to the next level.
“I’m buzzing with excitement. However, is up to the football authorities but I’ve always wanted to play international football. for the country of my parent’s.
The Defender also revealed he has already been encouraged by some Sierra Leone internationals.
“I have some good friends that are encouraging me as they have already represented Sierra Leone – the likes of Kei Kamara, Alie Sesay and Umaru Bangura, he said.
“Presently we are chasing promotion; I am a defender who can play right back or as a centre back. I’ve played 33 games this season scoring 11 goals.
“I was born in Greece Athens, my parents are from Sierra Leone, I started at Cambridge United at 16, and then got a move to Crystal Palace where I got called to the English U-23 squad.
“Unfortunately, I was unable to play due to injury – having left Crystal Palace I dropped into non-league where I played for Woking in the conference national but couldn’t avoid relegation.
“Since then I have played for Dover Athletic, where I was part of their Conference South Playoff winning side 2013–14 and Dulwich Hamlet. Last season I helped Hampton and Richmond gained promotion to the National League South,” Kamara explained.
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by FSL News | 17 Apr, 2017 | Players Abroad News
BK Häcken striker Alhassan ‘Crespo’ Kamara inspired his team to a 2-1 win on Sunday over GIF Sundsvall and dedicated his goal to this month’s Swedish terror victims.
A suspected terrorist on the 7th of April in Stockholm deliberately driving at young children, crowds, killing four people and leaving 15 people, including two children, injured. The attack left some families devastated.
The Sierra Leone striker Kamara, who scored his first Allsvenskan 2017 goal for BK Häcken, celebrated by showing off his sweater displaying “14:53 Stockholm” the exact time of the terrorist attack as a tribute.
However, his celebration handed him a yellow card but it was worth it.
Kamara, who hadn’t scored in his previous two league matches for Häcken, was delighted with his first decisive goal of the new campaign.
“I am happy to score and help the team, at the same time – I wanted to send a message to the families that we never forget, the time was the exact time of the attack, Kamara told footballsierraleone.net
He added: “I’m not from Sweden, but Sweden is in my heart, and Sweden is a big part of me. I will never forget those who were injured and those who died in the terrorist attack in Stockholm.”
Following Alexander Farnerud’s opener in the 21st minute, Kamara tap in E. Binaku perfect cross from the right to double Häcken’s lead in the 26th minute.
Iceland international Kristinn Freyr Sigurðsson pulls one back for the host in the 58th minutes.
The win moved Häcken to 3rd on the Allsvenskan standing and they are unbeaten in their last three opening matches.
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by FSL News | 16 Apr, 2017 | Players Abroad News
Former AC Milan and Leone Stars midfielder Rodney Strasser is eyeing a return to the national team ahead of the qualifiers of Cameroon 2019, after a long spell out.
The versatile and combative midfielder, who has been active this season playing in the second-tier LigaPro with Gil Vicente in Portugal, is hoping to start playing for Leone Stars once again.
Strasser, 27, last international outing with Leone Stars was in May 2014 against Swaziland in Freetown during the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, where he dislocated his shoulder.
When asked about his commitment to the national team, the former Lecce and Parma player who has been active and has made 13 appearances in all competition on Saturday told Football Sierra Leone he has always been committed and he’s fit and ready to return after being out of the squad for almost two years.
“I’m always committed to serving Sierra Leone, said Strasser. I’m always proud of giving out my best and to help my national team. I’m positive that I still have a lot to offer to my country.
“I’ve been out for a while and It’s has been back of my mind because is only natural with my form and if I keep doing what I’m doing for Gil Vicente, I’m ready but we’ll see what happens.”
Sierra Leone Stars will tackle Group F alongside Ghana Black Stars, Kenya, and Ethiopia, in the qualifiers for a place in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations to be hosted by Cameroon.
Sierra Leone’s first qualifier for Cameroon 2019 is in June when they host Kenya in Freetown.
He has won over seven caps with Sierra Leone. Strasser made his international debut on 5 September 2010, in a 2012 Africa Cup of Nations qualification game against Egypt.
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by FSL News | 10 Apr, 2017 | Players Abroad News
Kei Kamara was on target for New England Revolution as Jay Heaps’ side defeated Houston Dynamo 2-0 to registered their second win of the 2017 Major League season at the Gillette Stadium on Saturday.
Sierra Leone forward Kamara and Juan Agudelo scored in the second half to secure three points for the home team, which extended its MLS-best home winning streak to six matches and its current unbeaten streak to three matches.
Kamara scored his second of the season in the 52nd minute, from his own rebound and his 88th MLS career goal.
The goal ties Kamara with Roy Lassiter for the 11th most goals scored in League history.
The Revs next MLS action is away to Chicago Fire at Toyota Park next Saturday, April 15.
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by FSL News | 9 Apr, 2017 | Players Abroad News
AFC Eskilstuna striker Buya Turay made a successful start in front of the home fans scoring his first two Allsvenskan 2017 goals against Örebro SK on Saturday at Tunavallen stadium.
But Sierra Leone youngster, who was AFC’s top scorer in Superettan last year with ten goals was left with a “bad feeling” after his side conceded an equaliser in added time.
AFC Eskilstuna failed to win their opening home game as they were held to a 2-2 draw by Örebro SK before 4611 spectators.
Turay scored two brilliant goals in the 47th and 87th respectively – the visitors Örebro SK equalised twice and remained unbeaten.
OSK’s goals were scored by Filip Rogic and Kennedy Igboananike.
The hosts enjoyed the lion’s share of possession and chances but could not take advantage of their lead as Örebro SK edged their way into the game twice, and Turay was frustrated his side could not hold on for all three points at home.
Buya told reporters in his post-match interview: “We should have won the game, so I’m disappointed although I scored two goals.
“We played a great match. We were very excited and try to win but this is football – anything can happen.”
AFC Eskilstuna lost 3-1 away to GIF Sundsvall in their opening day 2017 campaign away from home.
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by FSL News | 7 Apr, 2017 | Players Abroad News
Abdulai Baggie pictured in celebration is clearly an optimist, the Sierra Leonean sees a half-full glass as opposed to a half-empty one.
The former Stockport County midfielder says he is hopeful Poole Town actually reach the playoffs in their pursuit for a promotion place.
Poole Town presently sit 5th place in the English National South league seven-point gap on the chasing pack with just five games to the end.
Baggie’s side will be away to Chelmsford on Saturday in another cracker and, a win will almost guarantee a playoff berth.
And when questioned about Town’s current league position Baggie was upbeat.
“No pressure on us, I’m hopeful – we are almost certain of making the playoffs, he said. “Our remaining games obviously are massive for everyone at the club.”
“We have to keep our nerves because making the playoffs will be a massive achievement because of the stature of the club.”
“We were tipped to be relegated this season. And that is not the case so far this season and that’s why I think we are focused on doing well,” He told footballsierraleone.net.
Baggie scored a brilliant goal for Poole Town in last Saturday’s 2-1 win over Concord Rangers in the English National South survival encounter.
Baggie netted his second goal of the campaign with a fine volley from a Luke Burbidge cross, a move that was the only real highlight of the opening 45 minutes.
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