by FSL News | 12 Apr, 2018 | International, National Sport News Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone latest global ranking for April 2018
The Leone Stars of Sierra Leone have plummeted further four places to 102nd in the latest FIFA rankings after a loss to World Cup-bound Iran last month.
Iran takes apart a Sierra Leone side largely dominated by local stars 4-0 in an international friendly at the Tehran’s Azadi Stadium March 17.
A brace for Ali Gholizadeh and a goal apiece for Mohammad Reza Khanzadeh and Kaveh Rezaei helped the host to outclass their struggling visitors.
Sierra Leone came close to their worst ever defeat to Mali 6–0 in Bamako, Mali; 17 June 2007.
Meanwhile, in Africa, Sierra Leone, currently static in 22nd position despite moved four places down from 98th to 102 in the world 51st places behind Ghana who are leading Group F in the race to Cameroon 2019 on goals margins.
However, Sierra Leone still ahead of Kenya and Ethiopia in the global rankings both ranked 113 and 145 respectively.
Sierra Leone last victory was against Kenya in the opener of African Nations Cup 2019 qualifiers in Freetown
Tunisia, Africa’s highest-ranked team, impressively moved nine places to No. 14, dropping CONCACAF leader Mexico to No. 15. Iran leads the Asian teams at No. 36.
Liberia who dropped 16 places to 151 overall and 45 in Africa are the biggest losers on the continent.
Germany remains on top of the world rankings despite losing to No. 2 Brazil in a recent friendly.
Global Top Ten for April
1. Germany 2. Brazil 3. Belgium 4. Portugal 5. Argentina 6. Switzerland 7. France 8. Spain 9. Chile (10) Poland.
Africa Top Ten for April
1 Tunisia 2. Senegal 3. DR Congo 4. Morocco 5. Egypt 6. Nigeria 7. Cameroon 8. Ghana 9. Burkina Faso 10. Cape Verde Islands 22. Sierra Leone
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by FSL News | 11 Apr, 2018 | African News, Video & News
Egyptian international Mohamed Salah was once again at his best for Liverpool as the forward scored his 39th goal of the season to book his side’s spot in the semi-final of the Champions League, Metro Sport reports.
The away goal at the Etihad put Liverpool beyond the reach of Manchester City in their quarter-final tie after a 3-0 result at Anfield last week.
Salah scored in the second half to stop City’s fightback in its tracks and send the travelling Liverpool fans into a frenzy.
The Egyptian celebrated coolly in front of his supporters, holding his arms out and staring at the chaos that had erupted in the away end.
He has become Liverpool’s new talisman this season after bagging a remarkable 39 goals in his debut campaign for the Reds.
The Liverpool supporters worship Salah and have come up with several songs to celebrate his genius. And when Salah was being interviewed on the pitch after the 2-1 win against City, he suddenly noticed the Liverpool fans were singing his song.
Salah momentarily ditches the interview to applaud the Liverpool fans and is completely distracted as the reporter tries to draw him back into the conversation.
But, when Salah did eventually tear himself away from the fans, he praised his team-mates.’They were pressing high and had lots of chances, so at the beginning, we struggled,’ Salah said.
‘But we came back and fought hard to get the result. I’ve changed my position many teams but we play as a team and everyone gives 100 percent.
‘We are happy with the result. I’ve said many times I play for the team and I try to score to help them win the game, that’s the most important thing for me.’
Liverpool must now wait to learn their semi-final opponent with the draw set to take place on Friday.
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by FSL News | 8 Apr, 2018 | Players Abroad News
Mohamed Buya Turay impressively scored a brace on his debut for Allsvenskan new boys Dalkurd FF, as they thrashed Östersunds FK 3-0 on Sunday in front of home fans.
In recording a debut double, the Sierra Leone native has accomplished a feat in the Swedish top-flight for the first time in his career.
Turay, 23, who signed a three-year contract last month already showing glimpses of his attribute to his new fans.
He opened the scoring for the home side in the 35th minute with a fine finish that hit the post and then bounced back behind the back of the Östersund goalkeeper Aly Keita.
Norwegian midfielder Oliver Berg double the host lead before Turay completed his matchday double in style to send the home fans to ecstasy.
“My girlfriend is pregnant. We will have a little girl on July 19th. This was a tribute to them,” Turay was quoted as saying
“This was a perfect timing for Buya Turay, who can run a lot and can do this. He believes in his qualities, he shows this in his first goal,” says teammate Rawez Lawan.
Turay missed Dalkurd first league defeat away to AIK last Monday, April 2 at the Friend Arena in Stockholm.
He accounted for nine goals last season while playing for AFC Eskilstuna last season.
Photo: Mats Åstrand / TT |
Allsvenskan: Dalkurd 3-0 Ostersund
(1-0) Goals: 1-0 Mohamed Buya Turay, 2-0 Oliver Berg, 3-0 Mohamed Buya Turay.
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by FSL News | 8 Apr, 2018 | Players Abroad News
Michael Kargbo says it was a ‘special moment’ but also disappointed after making his senior debut for Swedish Superettan side AFC Eskilstuna.
Eskilstuna lost to Falkenbergs FF 2-0 for the first time this season at the Falkenbergs IP stadium on Saturday.
The youngster came off the bench during the defeat against Falkenbergs to mark his debut for his new side.
However, while he was glad to have a taste of the first-team action but also disappointed after his club failed to take their chances.
Speaking to this medium, Kargbo noted mixed emotions due to the manner in which his side lost.
He told footballsierraleone.net, “It was a special moment playing for such a big club but also very disappointed with the defeat.
“Playing my first Pro game means a lot to me and everyone that has been supporting me in one way or the other.
“Yesterday’s defeat we were unlucky because we created our chances but couldn’t finish them well.
“Now, we are looking forward to our next game at home to correct our mistakes and get all three points.
“I also want to use this time to say thanks to the Coaches and Staff for the faith and belief they have in me.”
The club’s new acquisition signed after he impressed playing a couple of games for the U21 side last year.
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by FSL News | 8 Apr, 2018 | Players Abroad News, Video & News
Striker Alhaji Kamara has announced himself in the Moldovan top-flight after scoring in the Wasps opening two league games.
FC Sheriff won their opening 2018 two home league matches thrashing CS Petrocub and Speranta Nisporeni scoring three goals in each.
Kamara, 23, who joined the club as a free agent leaving Saudi Arabian side Al-Taawoun was prolific scoring the club’s opener in both matches respectively.
After his debut goal on 1st of April, he told club’s website, “It is quite a good feeling to step into a new club, new season and a debut goal.
The former Swedish Allsvenskan winner added, “The feelings and passion are always there for me like it was before, and it was quite a good atmosphere.
“The club made everything easier for me to feel good and adapt. Thanks to everyone at the club for their help.”
The club has dominated Moldovan top-tier since 2001, winning 16 titles and 9 Moldovan cups.
Watch Kamara’s second league goal for his new club below.
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by FSL News | 8 Apr, 2018 | Players Abroad News
George Kewku Davies, who last month signed for Latvian top-flight side Riga FC, got off to a losing start.
Davies, 21, new side lost their opening Virslīga 2018 league contest 1-0 away to FK Liepāja on Saturday, March 31.
Gonzalo Negro from Argentina scored FK Liepāja only goal.
Davies wearing No 21 jersey was introduced in the last six minutes on his away debut but could not help his side salvage a draw.
The winger departed Austrian club St Polten having played only seven top-flight matches.
FC Riga second league match is a big derby against FK Rīgas FS today and the former St.Polten attacker is expected to make his home debut.
Davies is the second Sierra Leonean to have played for the Latvian side following John Kamara, who was an instrumental figure in the 2016 side.
The former Floridsdorfer AC midfielder was first call-up to the Sierra Leone national team in August 2012 against Cape Verde but made his senior international debut in 2013 against Tunisia in a 2-1 away defeat.
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