Mali seal CHAN spot in Bamako after win over Sierra Leone

Mali seal CHAN spot in Bamako after win over Sierra Leone

The wait for Sierra Leone local stars to compete in the African Nations Championship will continue after home-based Leone Stars suffered a 4-1 aggregate defeat to Mali in their doubleheader.  

Goals from Makan Samabali and Hamidou Sinayoko help the local Les Aigles (The Eagles) book their place in Algeria next year.

Mali sealed qualification for the 2022 African Nations Championship with a 2-0 away win over the Sierra Leone B team at the Stade du 26 Mars on Saturday.

After their first leg 2-1 away triumphs at the SKD Stadium last Saturday,  Mali took the lead through Makan Samabali in the 35th minute before Hamidou Sinayoko wrapped up their victory.

It means Sierra Leone had failed again to participate in the tournament of local players playing in their national league competitions since 2009.

The first tournament was first held in Ivory Coast in 2009 and was won by the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Elsewhere in Mauritania, Sierra Leone’s U20 national side also suffered a back-to-back defeat in the WAFU Zone A U-20 Tournament.

Following the Shooting Stars’ 3-0 opening defeat to Mali, they suffered a 2-0 loss to host Mauritania at the Stade Cheikha Ould Boïdiya on Saturday.

A total of five goals were conceded without any reply from coach Sillah’s side.

They will face Guinea-Bissau in their final group match. However, as it stands, they are heading home after two defeats.

Connect with us on Twitter @football_sierra – On Facebook/ Instagram, Football Sierra Leone, African Football News, CHAN 2022 and U20 Mauritania News. 

Related Articles

Preview: Ghana v Algeria pre-Afcon tie in Doha, Qatar

Preview: Ghana v Algeria pre-Afcon tie in Doha, Qatar

In their final warm-up friendly ahead of the upcoming 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, Algeria and Ghana go head to head at Qatar's Education City Stadium in Doha Qatar on Wednesday. The Greens head into the continental tournament as the reigning champions after seeing off...

read more
AFCON: Sierra Leone to arrive in Cameroon on January 6

AFCON: Sierra Leone to arrive in Cameroon on January 6

Sierra Leone's contingent set to arrive in Douala, Cameroon, on a chartered flight Thursday, January 6th, ahead of the 33rd edition of the Africa Cup of Nations, Football Sierra Leone understands. Douala is one of the two largest cities in the country, with Yaounde...

read more
Afcon 2021: Squads for the tournament in Cameroon

Afcon 2021: Squads for the tournament in Cameroon

Listed below are all 24-team squads of the 33rd Africa Cup of Nations. The continental showpiece is set to get underway in Cameroon on 9 January. GROUP A BURKINA FASO Goalkeepers: Herve Koffi (Charleroi, Belgium), Aboubacar Sawadogo (Kadiogo, Burkina Faso), Soufiane...

read more
Kebaier unveils Tunisia final TotalEnergies AFCON 2021 squad

Kebaier unveils Tunisia final TotalEnergies AFCON 2021 squad

Tunisia coach Mondher Kebaier unveiled on Thursday 30 December 2021, his final squad that will participate in the 2021 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, which is scheduled to start on January 9 in Cameroon. Carthage Eagles squad included 28 players, and the most...

read more
Mustapha Bundu joins LaLiga2 side Andorra on loan

Mustapha Bundu joins LaLiga2 side Andorra on loan

Spanish LaLiga2 side FC Andorra have confirmed the signing of Sierra Leone International Mustapha Bundu from Anderlecht on a season-long loan.

The Andorra la Vella-based outfit, currently playing in the Segunda División, the second tier of the Spanish league system, announced the news on the official Facebook page.

Bundu, 25, who still has a contract with Anderlecht until 2024, will be managed by former Barcelona star Gerard Piqué. 

After being loaned to Copenhagen and Aarhus, he has been handed a new chance to revive his professional career.

In his first year in Brussels, Bundu went on loan to Copenhagen in the winter market, while this last year, he played for Aarhus, scoring three goals in 22 games. 

In the Danish first division, he was gaining prominence until exploding in 2019-20 when he scored eight goals in 27 games.

His good performances caught the attention of Anderlecht two summers ago, as they signed him until 2024.

Connect with us @football_sierra, on Facebook/ Instagram, Football Sierra Leone, the writer Alie Bittar, Twitter @bittar32, and Contact bi****@*********************ne.net.

Related Articles

Sierra Leone defender David Sesay joins Wealdstone

Sierra Leone defender David Sesay joins Wealdstone

Sierra Leone defender David Sesay has signed for Wealdstone on a free transfer after leaving National League rivals Barnet. The Ruislip London Borough-based outfit competes in the English National League. They are presently fifteen on the log after 16 matches on 21...

read more
Koroma makes UD San Pedro debut in defeat to  Huétor Vega

Koroma makes UD San Pedro debut in defeat to Huétor Vega

Sierra Leone midfielder Alusine Koroma, who signed from RB Linense on loan to UD San Pedro, made his debut as his side suffered a 2-1 defeat to Huétor Vega on Sunday.  Juan Antonio Guirado Rio had opened the scoring for the host in the 8-minutes, but their lead lasted...

read more
Attacker Idris Kanu pens Barnet deal

Attacker Idris Kanu pens Barnet deal

Idris Kanu is a Barnet player after today completing a move from Peterborough United Football Club for an undisclosed fee.

It has also been announced that Idris will wear the No. 11 shirt. The exciting player met up with his new teammates during training on Thursday.

Kanu, 22, arrival is expected to strengthen Dean Brennan’s attack for the 22/23 season. 

The Sierra Leone International, who is a versatile attacker, has been handed to improve the Bees’ attack.

Upon joining Barnet, Kanu said,“I am really excited to be here and cannot wait to start playing some games.

“I have come here to get goals, assists and to contribute to a winning team – at the end of the season, I hope we can be up there.”

“I am delighted to sign Idris – he is a player that will bring plenty to our team. I am excited to see his performances. He joins us at a great time. his previous experience will be really welcome,” Barnet coach Dean Brennan told the club’s website.

Idris has previously played for Aldershot Town, Port Vale, Boreham Wood and Northampton Town and has proven himself as a threat across the pitch.

Connect with us @football_sierra, on Facebook/ Instagram, Football Sierra Leone, the writer Alie Bittar, Twitter @bittar32, and Contact bi****@*********************ne.net.

Related Articles

Sierra Leone defender David Sesay joins Wealdstone

Sierra Leone defender David Sesay joins Wealdstone

Sierra Leone defender David Sesay has signed for Wealdstone on a free transfer after leaving National League rivals Barnet. The Ruislip London Borough-based outfit competes in the English National League. They are presently fifteen on the log after 16 matches on 21...

read more
Koroma makes UD San Pedro debut in defeat to  Huétor Vega

Koroma makes UD San Pedro debut in defeat to Huétor Vega

Sierra Leone midfielder Alusine Koroma, who signed from RB Linense on loan to UD San Pedro, made his debut as his side suffered a 2-1 defeat to Huétor Vega on Sunday.  Juan Antonio Guirado Rio had opened the scoring for the host in the 8-minutes, but their lead lasted...

read more
Yayah Kallon nets first Serie A goal on debut

Yayah Kallon nets first Serie A goal on debut

Sierra Leone’s Yayah Kallon made a dream start to his Serie A adventure after scoring on his Hellas Verona debut in their 1-1 draw with Empoli on Wednesday.

Kallon, 21, who joined the Italian side on a season-long loan last month, came on as a second-half substitute to hit the only goal for his side in the 69th minute.

The attacker made the most of Doig’s assist to finish with a perfect shot into the corner to the left of Vicario. It has been a great start to the season for the Sierra Leone attacker.

Hellas Verona remain 16th on the Serie A log after being unable to win in their last four matches. 

He was part of Genoa’s 1-0 Serie A win over Cagliari in May 2021 and has been handed a new adventure in the Italian top flight.

Last season, Kallon gained further Serie A experience by collecting 15 overall appearances, enhanced by two assists. However, Genoa was relegated.

The Gialloblù will return to the field on Sunday, 4 September kickoff, at 6 pm, when they will face Sampdoria at the ‘Bentegodi’ stadium, in the match valid for the 5th day of the Serie A.

Connect with us @football_sierra, on Facebook/ Instagram, Football Sierra Leone, the writer Alie Bittar, Twitter @bittar32, and Contact bi****@*********************ne.net.

Related Articles

Sierra Leone defender David Sesay joins Wealdstone

Sierra Leone defender David Sesay joins Wealdstone

Sierra Leone defender David Sesay has signed for Wealdstone on a free transfer after leaving National League rivals Barnet. The Ruislip London Borough-based outfit competes in the English National League. They are presently fifteen on the log after 16 matches on 21...

read more
Koroma makes UD San Pedro debut in defeat to  Huétor Vega

Koroma makes UD San Pedro debut in defeat to Huétor Vega

Sierra Leone midfielder Alusine Koroma, who signed from RB Linense on loan to UD San Pedro, made his debut as his side suffered a 2-1 defeat to Huétor Vega on Sunday.  Juan Antonio Guirado Rio had opened the scoring for the host in the 8-minutes, but their lead lasted...

read more
Bo Rangers part ways with star striker Musa Kamara

Bo Rangers part ways with star striker Musa Kamara

Sierra Leone reigning Champions Bo Rangers FC have confirmed star striker Musa Noah Kamara has left the club.

The 22-year-old, who was the Sierra Leone Premier League best player and top scorer after spending just one season, will start a search for a new club.

His contract termination comes ten days before the Southern Province outfit CAF Champions League debut against Algerian CR Belouizdad. “We regret to inform you that we have terminated your contract with us, effective 1 September 2022. 

Kamara, who scored for Sierra Leone B side in their 2-1 defeat against Mali in the CHAN qualifying second round first-leg at the SDK stadium in Liberia on Saturday, is now a free agent.

Over the last few months, there has been a lot of controversy surrounding Kamara and Bo Rangers. 

Recap

In July, after news that the striker is to join the South African side Kaizer Chiefs, Bo Rangers at the time, say their talisman Musa Noah Kamara’s status at the club has not changed. 

Kamara, who helped Rangers with 19 goals to win their first league title in 68 years, was part of the Sierra Leone side during the Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon.

He is a back-to-back golden boot winner – the Rangers striker is the first local star to achieve this milestone. He first won the 2019 Sierra Leone National Premier League with 15 goals with then champions East End Lions.

He scored the first goal that helped to revive Sierra Leone to a 2-2 draw against the Ivory Coast in the African Cup of Nations group stage at the Japoma Stadium in January.

The South Province outfit became the second team outside the capital, Freetown, to win the Sierra Leone Premier League after Diamond Stars triumphed in 2012 and 2013.

Connect with us @football_sierra, on Facebook/ Instagram, Football Sierra Leone, the writer Alie Bittar, on Twitter, @bittar32, Contact bi****@*********************ne.net.

Related Articles

Umbro announce new partnership with Sierra Leone

Umbro announce new partnership with Sierra Leone

The Leone Stars of Sierra Leone will wear Umbro for the next four years. Umbro have officially confirmed a four-year partnership deal with the Sierra Leone Football Association, SLFA. But no details of the financial package. However, the Manchester-based English...

read more
Algeria 2022 Nations Championship qualifying first-leg wrap-up  

Algeria 2022 Nations Championship qualifying first-leg wrap-up  

With a 4-1 victory over Djibouti in the first leg of the last qualifying round of the 2022 TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) to be held in Algeria, Sudan have taken a serious option in the race for qualification.

At the end of the first leg scheduled from 26 to 28 August, Sudan are really the only team that have given themselves the means to make a quiet return match after a big away win (4-1).

However, Mali and DR Congo, who won on the same score of 2-1, have also made big steps towards the qualification to the 2022 TotalEnergies CHAN.

In the other matches, the many narrow scores noted allow explosive second leg matches.

In WAFU A, Senegal beat Guinea 1-0, while the match Guinea Bissau-Mauritania will take place on Monday in Nouakchott.

In WAFU B, the derby of the zone was won by Ghana 2-0 at the expense of Nigeria. The following results were recorded in the other matches, Togo-Niger: 1-0 and Côte d’Ivoire-Burkina Faso: 0-0.

In UNIFFAC, DR Congo beat Chad 2-1 in Yaoundé, with CAR beating Congo on the same score 2-1. On the other hand, Equatorial Guinea beat Cameroon 1-0.

In East Africa, in addition to Sudan’s 4-1 win over Djibouti, there was Uganda’s 1-0 victory in Tanzania and a barren draw (0-0) between Ethiopia and Rwanda.

In the southern zone, Angola won South Africa 2-0, Malawi and Mozambique drew 1-1 and Madagascar collected a precious away win 1-0 in Botswana.

In the northern zone, which will host this edition of the CHAN in Algeria, Libya and the title holders Morocco have already obtained their slot following the withdrawal of Tunisia and Egypt.

CAF | Communication Department

FSL  African Football News, connect with us @football_sierra, on Facebook/ Instagram Football Sierra Leone.

Related Articles

Preview: Ghana v Algeria pre-Afcon tie in Doha, Qatar

Preview: Ghana v Algeria pre-Afcon tie in Doha, Qatar

In their final warm-up friendly ahead of the upcoming 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, Algeria and Ghana go head to head at Qatar's Education City Stadium in Doha Qatar on Wednesday. The Greens head into the continental tournament as the reigning champions after seeing off...

read more
AFCON: Sierra Leone to arrive in Cameroon on January 6

AFCON: Sierra Leone to arrive in Cameroon on January 6

Sierra Leone's contingent set to arrive in Douala, Cameroon, on a chartered flight Thursday, January 6th, ahead of the 33rd edition of the Africa Cup of Nations, Football Sierra Leone understands. Douala is one of the two largest cities in the country, with Yaounde...

read more
Afcon 2021: Squads for the tournament in Cameroon

Afcon 2021: Squads for the tournament in Cameroon

Listed below are all 24-team squads of the 33rd Africa Cup of Nations. The continental showpiece is set to get underway in Cameroon on 9 January. GROUP A BURKINA FASO Goalkeepers: Herve Koffi (Charleroi, Belgium), Aboubacar Sawadogo (Kadiogo, Burkina Faso), Soufiane...

read more
Kebaier unveils Tunisia final TotalEnergies AFCON 2021 squad

Kebaier unveils Tunisia final TotalEnergies AFCON 2021 squad

Tunisia coach Mondher Kebaier unveiled on Thursday 30 December 2021, his final squad that will participate in the 2021 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, which is scheduled to start on January 9 in Cameroon. Carthage Eagles squad included 28 players, and the most...

read more