by FSL News | 9 Sep, 2019 | International, National Sport News Sierra Leone
- FT: Sierra Leone 1 – 0 Liberia. Siaka Steven Stadium
- African World Cup 2022 Qualifiers
- First African qualifying ties for Qatar 2022 completed on Sunday
- Four teams win through to the second round
- Ethiopia, Tanzania, Equatorial Guinea and Liberia the quartet in question
Striker Kei Kamara’s 55th-minute strike was not enough as Lone Star progressed through a 3-2 aggregate victory into the group stages round of the 2022 FIFA World Cup African Qualifiers.
Sierra Leone was ahead in Freetown with a fine goal through their MLS striker Kei Kamara, but trailing the first-round tie 3-2 overall. Another goal could have allowed them to progress on the away-goals rule.
Skipper Umaru Bangura pictured have the last chance to send the Leone Stars through after the hosts were awarded a late penalty.
However, the FC Zurich defender stepped up but failed to take full advantage of the last-gasp opportunity as Lone Star’s hero keeper Ashley Williams made a decisive save on Sunday.
There was no goal in the first half at the Siaka Steven Stadium on Sunday between host Sierra Leone and their visitors Lone Stars of Liberia.
Liberia 3-1 first-leg victory in the Mano River Union derby last Wednesday was pivotal.
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by FSL News | 8 Sep, 2019 | International, National Sport News Sierra Leone
- Coach Sellas Tetteh made two changes to the squad that is expected to face Liberia this afternoon at the Siaka Steven Stadium, kick-off 4:30 GMT.
- SKN St. Pölten midfielder, George Davies and Indonesia-based Ibrahim Conteh replaced the two home-based players Abu Diaby Dumbuya and Alimamy Azonto Bundu.
The striker force remains the same with Colorado Rapids top scorer, Kei Kamara will partner Sierra Leone Premier League top poacher, Musa Tombo Kamara.
Sierra Leone can qualify with two-goal scoreline without any reply from their counterparts to reach the next stage of the FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifying campaign.
The Ghanaian technician has again kept faith on skipper Umaru Bangura and long-time absentee Ishmael Jaw Jaw Koroma in central defence in the absence of David Simbo.
Here is the Leone Stars predicted XI:
Keeper Zombo Morris
Defenders: Hassan Milla Sesay, Ishmael Jaw Jaw Koroma, skipper Umaru Bangura, Mustapha Dumbuya.
Midfielders: John Kamara, George Davies, Kwame Quee, Ibrahim Conteh.
Strikers: Kei Kamara, Musa Noah Kamara
Subs:
Goalkeepers: Alhaji Sesay
Defenders: Yeami Dunia East End Lions, Alpha Bedor Conteh Bo Rangers, Ibrahim Mansaray FC Kallon.
Midfielders: Abdul Sesay Oulun Luistinseura, Edmond Michael Edwards, Kaku Vasakund IF, Abu Diaby Dumbuya, Alimamy, Azonto Bundu.
Attackers: Mustapha Bundu Aarhus GF, Mohamed Buya Turay, Djurgårdens IF.
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by FSL News | 5 Sep, 2019 | International, National Sport News Sierra Leone
Two late goals from Mohammed Sangare and skipper Sam Johnson were enough as Sellas Tetteh’s men suffered a 3-1 away defeat in Liberia against the Lone Star in the first leg 2022 World Cup preliminary qualifier.
Liberia and tiny Red Sea state of Djibouti are the only home winners in eight first-round first-leg ties.
Liberia’s Terrance Tisdel scored from the spot to give his country a one-goal lead in the opening 18 minutes before Sierra Leone’s Kwame Quee level things up 56th-minute second half at the Samuel Kanyon Doe Sports Complex on Wednesday.
However, if Sierra Leone is to overcome their Liberian counterparts in Sunday’s second leg, they must sort our their defence. The hosts were the better side most of the game but failed to take their chances.
The contest marked Sierra Leone return to international football after a year-long FIFA ban.
The hosts could have been ahead as early as 18 seconds into the game as skipper Sam Johnson fed Kipah Sherman, who hit the post from close range only to see the ball bounce out.
Liberia’s first goal came after ref awarded a penalty when Ishmael ‘Jaw Jaw’ Koroma collided with Sherman but looked a harsh decision from Benin referee Louis Houngnandande.
Tisdell stepped up to score with a decisive strike that gave Solomon Morris no chance.
The Leone Stars of Sierra Leone, fought back in the second half to reduce the deficit with a goal from Kwame Quee, who was unmarked at the back post for an easy tap in following a flick header by Musa Noah Kamara.
Azerbaijan-based midfielder John Kamara missed a couple of good chances as he arrived a few times in the box.
Liberia president George Weah, was in attendance to watched both teams played on a difficult pitch.
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by FSL News | 4 Sep, 2019 | International, National Sport News Sierra Leone
- Kamara striker force to lead Sierra Leone attack against Liberia
- Colorado Rapids top scorer, Kei Kamara will pair Sierra Leone Premier League top poacher, Musa Tombo Kamara against Liberia at the Samuel Kay Doe Sports Complex in Paynesville City, kick-off 6:00 pm GMT.
Just under an hour, Sierra Leone will start their FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifying campaign today against Mano River Union rivals Liberia.
The two strikers have registered 26 goals this season. Tombo scored 15 goals during the just concluded Sierra Leone Premier League while his compatriot has netted 11 for Colorado.
Coach Tetteh named two debutants in the squad, Abu Diaby Dumbuya and Alimamy, Azonto Bundu.
Inform AIK Freetong striker, Tombo Kamara, who recently parted ways with Swedish club side Trelleborg have been given a fresh start but this time at International level.
Another debutant is home-based midfielder Abu Diaby Dumbuya, who was excellent for East End Lions on their to lifting the National Premier title this season.
Diaby Dumbuya will partner Azerbaijan-based Keshla player in midfield.
Wednesday’s match between host Liberia and Sierra Leone is vital for both nations in the race to reach FIFA World Cup 2022.
The Ghanaian coach is going with skipper Umaru Bangura and long-time absentee Ishmael Jaw Jaw Koroma in central defense in the absence of David Simbo.
Here is the Leone Stars predicted XI:
Keeper Zombo Morris
Defenders: Hassan Milla Sesay, Ishmael Jaw Jaw Koroma, skipper Umaru Bangura, Mustapha Dumbuya.
Midfielders: John Kamara, Abu Diaby Dumbuya, Kwame Quee, Alimamy, Azonto Bundu.
Strikers: Kei Kamara, Musa Noah Kamara
Subs:
Goalkeepers: Alhaji Sesay
Defenders: Yeami Dunia East End Lions, Alpha Bedor Conteh Bo Rangers, Ibrahim Mansaray FC Kallon.
Midfielders: Abdul Sesay Oulun Luistinseura, Edmond Michael Edwards, Kaku Vasakund IF, George Davies SKN St. Pölten.
Attackers: Mustapha Bundu Aarhus GF, Mohamed Buya Turay, Djurgårdens IF.
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by FSL News | 2 Sep, 2019 | International, National Sport News Sierra Leone
- Sierra Leone Ghanaian technician, Sellas Tetteh, has named a squad of 23 players ahead of the upcoming FIFA WC 2022 qualifiers double-header against Lone Star of Liberia.
Former Ghana U-20 and Rwanda coach, who a few days ago revealed that he was happy to be back as Sierra Leone head coach, will lead Leone Stars against Lone Star in Wednesday’s crucial first leg qualifier.
The first leg of the doubleheader is scheduled to be played at the Samuel Kay Doe Sports Complex in Paynesville City, kick-off 6:00 pm GMT.
The Sierra Leone team is expected in the Monrovia today with the likes of MLS striker Kei Kamara, FC Zurich defender Umaru Bangura, Atvidaberg FF defender Ishmael Jaw Jaw Koroma, Phoenix Rising defender Mustapha Dumbuya are all named for the qualifiers.
Under the guidance of Sellas Tetteh in his previous spell, Leone Stars have recorded three wins, two draws and two defeat with a total of 6 goals scored and five conceded across seven matches.
Keepers: Solomon Zombo Morris, France, Alhaji Sesay England, Mohamed N Kamara
Defenders: Umaru Bangura FC Zurich, Mustapha Dumbuya Phoenix Rising, Hassan Milla Sesay HIFK, Yeami Dunia East End Lions, Ibrahim Mansaray FC Kallon, Alpha Bedor Conteh Bo Rangers, and Ishmael Jaw Jaw Koroma, Atvidabergs.
Midfielders: John Kamara Keshla FC Azerbajain, Kwame Quee Víkingur Reykjavík, on loan from Breiðablik, Abu Diaby Dumbuya East End Lions, Edmond Micheal Old Edwardians, Simeon Kaku Vasakund IF, George Davies SKN St. Pölten, Alimamy Azonto Bundu East End Lions.
Attackers: Kei Kamara Rapids Colorado, Mustapha Bundu Aarhus GF, Musa N Tombo AIK Freetong, Abdul Buduski Sesay Oulun Luistinseura, Ibrahim Conteh Persipura Jayapura and Mohamed Buya Turay, Djurgårdens IF.
Sellas Tetteh’s previous matches in charge
World Cup 2018 preliminaries!
Chad 1-0 Sierra Leone 10 Oct 2015
Sierra Leone 2-1 Chad 13 Oct 2015 – WIN
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Gabon 2-1 Sierra Leone 25/March/ 2019
Sierra Leone 1-0 Gabon 28/March/ 2019 WIN
Sierra Leone 0-0 Ivory Coast 6th September 2015
Sierra Leone 1-0 Sudan June 4th 2016 WIN
Ivory Coast 1-1 Sierra Leone 3rd September 2016
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by FSL News | 26 Aug, 2019 | International, National Sport News Sierra Leone
- Colorado Rapids top scorer, Kei Kamara, has admitted that he is looking forward to being the first foreign-based in Leone Stars camp after the Sierra Leone Football Association pardoned the MLS striker.
Kamara last scored for Sierra Leone against the Ivory Coast during the 2017 African Nations Cup qualifiers in Abidjan under Ghanaian coach Sellas Tetteh.
He is currently leading Colorado scorer with 11 goals scored this season.
Next month he is expected to lead Leone Stars attack against Liberia in Monrovia as Sierra Leone open their World Cup 2022 campaign against Lone Star on Wednesday 4th September.
The first leg of the doubleheader is scheduled to be played at the Samuel Kay Doe Sports Complex in Paynesville City, kick-off 4:00 pm.
“Thanks to all the fans that sent messages, this is what “US” Sierra Leoneans should be all about, supporting one another through the ups and downs,” Kei Kamara told FSL News.
The fifth MLS all-time scorer added; “Thank you for the love, and I’m looking forward to wearing our colors represent every Sierra Leone person everywhere in the world.”
“Looking forward to being there soon as first,” the passionate Leone Stars striker noted.
Kamara, 34, also posted on his official Instagram page, “Thanks for the love and support, all is good.”
The Rapids’ top scorer suspension was lifted to join Leone Stars just 24 hours after his apology message to the country’s football body for his social media comments.
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