by FSL News | 23 May, 2019 | African News
Ghana’s record all-time scorer, Asamoah Gyan, has been included in their 29-man provisional squad ahead of next’s month Africa Cup of Nations finals in Egypt.
The Kayserispor’s attacker has made a U-turn after announced his retirement from the national team on Monday.
“A presidential request is one that cannot be disregarded,” he stated in a statement. “I have taken the request of His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo in good faith and will make myself available for selection by coach Kwasi Appiah to help win the AFCON trophy.”
He has not featured for the national side since September 2017 after persistent injury problems and has also struggled for game-time at Kayserispor.
The 29-man provisional squad also includes three locally-based players.
Manchester City youngster Thomas Agyepong, who played on loan at Scottish side Hibernian last season, has also been called up.
The team will depart Accra 1 June for pre-tournament preparations in Dubai.
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by FSL News | 20 May, 2019 | Players Abroad News
Former Crystal Palace academy graduate, Sullay Kaikai, has reassured NAC Breda’s fans that they will bound back next season after relegated from the Dutch Eredivisie.
The winger last month admitted his frustration over lack of playing time with Dutch club Breda.
Kaikai will play his first full season with Breda in the Dutch Keuken Kampioen Division next season.
However, the 23-year-old will have to be a pivotal striker if the club is to gain immediate promotion to the Dutch top league.
Since his move, the winger has only appeared in six games without a goal but has been pleased with the Dutch style of football.
“I like the style of Dutch football. It’s a style that suits my playing style. Players are comfortable on the ball, in all situations, they like to build up from the keeper,” he told this medium last month.
The former Brentford and Charlton Athletic player took to Instagram to conveyed his message.
“Disappointing season for everyone. You fans gave us full support no matter how difficult things got, so thank you. We’ll bounce back @nacnl ??.”
Born in the London Borough of Southwark, Kaikai is hailing from Sierra Leonean parents.
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by FSL News | 20 May, 2019 | Players Abroad News
Colorado Rapids won their first game in 12 Major League Soccer outings on Sunday night as they humbled LA Galaxy 1-0 at Dignity Health Sports Park.
The Rapids have struggled for results all season and prior to this match, they set a new MLS record for the worst 11-game start to a season.
Andre Shinyashiki was named Man of the Match as he was the Rapid’s hero with the only goal in the game.
It could have been Kei Kamara, whose shot was saved by David Bingham before Shinyashiki first-timed left-footed into an empty net in the 82nd minute to give the Rapids their first victory of the season.
Prior to Shinyashiki’s breakthrough, both teams had chances.
The host team was without key man Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who leads the team with nine goals this season. He was out serving the first of a two-game suspension for violent conduct.
The Rapids leading scorer expressed his delight on twitter below.
by FSL News | 19 May, 2019 | African News
Sierra Leone-born Abdul Sama Mannah looks set for a new deal in Egypt after commencing talks on extending his stay at Aluminum SC.
The former Sohag Sporting club player confirmed negotiation has commenced with Aluminum, who ended their season as the sixth best Egyptian second-tier sides from group A.
Mannah, 25, was named Man of the Match in Aluminum’s 2-1 away victory over Tatha SC in their last league match.
After 18 league and four FA Cup appearances, Mannah was disappointed his side not being able to gain promotion.
“We were all frustrated for not making the promotion playoffs and yes my contract talks have started,” he told FSL medium.
“I do not want to go into many details. However, every player always looks forward to the new contract. Hopefully, here in Egypt or elsewhere in the next coming weeks.”
“This is my fifth season in Egypt. I’m sure everything will take care of itself soon. You can never put a time limit on these things,” the former Medeama SC attacking midfielder said.
He added, “My focus is playing football as I have enjoyed my time in Egypt since 2013.”
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by FSL News | 16 May, 2019 | International, National Sport News Sierra Leone
Striker Badara Kella Jr was delighted to be part of the Kamboi Eagles squad that defeated Central Parade 1-0 last Sunday at the Kenema Town playing field.
Kella had not been involved since injured against Diamond Stars in their opening league campaign in Kono.
“It’s been frustrating for me as I’ve been out for over two months. Got injured during our first match against diamond stars of Kono,” the former U23 attacker admitted.
However, the attacker, who scored his first International goal against Benin during the 2012-2013 WAFU competition, sounded positive with his recovery process.
“Obviously, happy to be back and have featured twice in the 4-2 defeat against East End Lions and in our 1-0 victory over Central Parade last week Sunday.”
“In this current league, due to injury, I have appeared in three matches with no goal recorded as yet,” he added.
“Although it has not been that smooth for me, however, I’ve been impressed with the teams’ present form. We have played good football so far, and we are hoping to end the season on a high spirit.”
Kamboi Eagle’s next outing will be against giant Mighty Blackpool both teams on 22 points on the current standings.
In 2015, he scored a prominent goal for Kamboi Eagles against Algerian football club ASO Chlef in the CAF confederation in Kenema Town field.
Photo: Kella Junior second from left with teammates before the Central Parade victory.
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by FSL News | 15 May, 2019 | Players Abroad News
Danish Superliga side Randers have secured the service of former IFK IFK Norrköping striker Alhaji Kamara on a three-year deal. (Photo: Henning Bagger / Ritzau Scanpix)
The Sierra Leonean striker has hit the ground running in Denmark since joining from Vendsyssel, where he scored four goals in nine appearances.
One of the goals he scored was against Randers in a 1-1 draw in April at Cepheus Park Randers.
Speaking to the clubs’ website, Kamara expressed his delight after his impressive spell with Vendsyssel.
“I look forward to getting started in Randers FC I have been in Denmark for some months, and got an insight into the level in the Super League, which makes me know how the different clubs play,” the former Allsvenskan winner to club’s website.
“I see myself fit well into Randers FC’s playing style. It’s a step up for me, and I’m looking forward to pulling the beautiful light blue shirt over my head.”
“We have just learned that Alhaji is something of a mouthful to play against. He is a fast-paced, hard-working and body-powerful attacker who also knows where the target stands.”
“We saw this at Cepheus Park Randers, where he spiced a good effort with a nice main goal. He is an attacker we do not have in the squad already, so we are incredibly happy that we have managed to get him to Randers,” sporting and commercial director Søren Pedersen.
Since leaving FC Kallon in 2012, Kamara has had spells withDjurgården IF, IFK Norrköping, DC United, Al-Taawoun, FC Sheriff Tiraspol and Vendsyssel FF.
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