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CAF CL: Bo Rangers eliminated after defeat in Algeria

by FSL News | 18 Sep, 2022 | Football Africa, International, National Sport News Sierra Leone, Sport News

Debutants Bo Rangers are out of this year’s CAF Champions League after they suffered a 3-0 defeat at the Stade du 8-Mai-1945 in their second-leg preliminary in Algeria on Saturday.

Both teams played to a goalless draw in the first lg in Liberia’s SDK stadium a week ago in Monrovia.

The competition first-timers were hoping to stun their host, but the Algerian Champions were the better side on the day.

A brace from Karim Aribi in the 86th and 90th minutes completed the home side’s victory after Mouad Hadda had opened the scoring in the 34th-minute first half.

Bo Rangers were without defender Abu Bakarr Samura aka Lucio, due to injury.

In the Second Round, CR Belouizdad will face the winner between Deportivo Mongomo Equatorial Guinean football club and Djoliba Athletic Club Malian football in October.

Deportivo Mongomo Equatorial Guinean won the first leg 2-0 a week ago. They will play the reverse fixture today in Mali.

Clubs that received bye to Second Preliminary Round

Al Ahly (Egypt), Esperance (Tunisia), Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa), Raja Club Athletic (Morocco), TP Mazembe (DR Congo), and Wydad Athletic Club (Morocco).

Horoya AC (Guinea) are through to the next round following the withdrawal of Gambia’s Hawks FC.

Full Time in Algeria at the Stade di 8-Mai-1945 stadium – @Crbelouizdadoff have progressed to the @CAFCLCC second round preliminary after a 3-0 aggregate scoreline over Sierra Leone Champions @bo_rangers. #SaloneTwitter #SierraLeone #FSLNews #AfrcanTwitter #AfricanFootball pic.twitter.com/Z58KHRfUgf
— Alie Bittar (@bittar32) September 17, 2022

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Bo Rangers coach Foray hopeful ahead of Belouizdad decider.

Kallon FC progress into CAF Confed Cup second round (Agg 4-0)

by FSL News | 17 Sep, 2022 | African News, Football Africa, Sport News

CAF Confed Cup: FC Kallon 3-0 Les Buffles (4-0 agg) – Kallon progress to the second round

Sierra Leone CAF Confederation Cup representative FC Kallon were good value for their win with a free-flowing display as striker Alie Conteh scored a hat-trick at the SDK stadium in Liberia on Saturday.

Having secured a 1-0 victory in the first leg of their CAF Confederation Cup first-leg preliminary over Les Buffles du Borgou at the Stade de l’Amitie in Cotonou, Benin, on Friday, Kallon completed the job with three more goals.

FC Kallon, under the supervision of ex-Sierra Leone international Mohamed Kallon, are through to the second round of the CAF Confederation Cup following their 3-0 win over Les Buffles du Borgou on Saturday.

After wasting several glorious chances in the opening 30th-minute, mainly from Kwame Nketiah, but managed to nick the tie from a goal from Mahmoud Fofanah in the 42ndh minute at the SDK Stadium in Liberia.

Mahmoud Fofanah cleverly danced passed his marker and tried to go solo, but his effort was headed in by striker Alie Conteh in the 64th minute into the top roof of the net.

The visitors, however, late into the first half, rallied for a goal of their own but couldn’t break down a resilient Kallon defence. They went into the break 1-0 goal down.

After the restart, the home side maintained good possession of the ball and took the play to their counterpart.

As a result, striker Alie Conteh completed his hat-trick in quick succession in the 65th and 67th minutes, respectively, as they won 4-0 on aggregate and will wait to know who they face in the second round – between BIDCO Uganda Limited Jinja and Future FC of Egypt.

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Bo Rangers coach Foray hopeful over Belouizdad decider

by FSL News | 16 Sep, 2022 | Football Africa, International, National Sport News Sierra Leone, Sport News

Debutants Bo Rangers will be hoping to build from their first-leg draw and stun their host at the Stade du 8-Mai-1945 in Algeria in their CAF Champions League second-leg preliminary on Saturday.

A win for Sierra Leone champions will see them progress to the next stage of this year’s CAF Champions League.

Bo Rangers will be without defender Abu Bakarr Samura aka Lucio, due to injury. Head coach Alhaji Foray will welcome Abu Bakarr Bangura, fondly called ‘Nasri’, back into the squad, having missed two training sessions due to illness.

Coach Alhaji Foray insists he is not feeling any extra pressure ahead of their decider taking on the Algerian Champions CR Belouizbad at the Setif stadium.

When asked whether he is feeling the heat ahead of Saturday’s clash, he said, “Not at all. The lads are here to get the business done. I’m looking forward to being involved and showing what we are capable of, as our expectations are high. The lads are mentally and physically prepared,” he affirms.

Both teams will meet for the second time following their goalless draw in the first leg. Asked whether the Rangers are the favourite to win, Foray added: “No. That would be disrespectful to the host, but I am optimistic that we will prevail.

On Abu Bakarr Samura’s absence

“Samura is a vital player, no coach will be happy to miss any of his key players, but it is what it is. I have 24 players at my disposal. So, those who are mentally and physically ready will play.

He, however, called on Sierra Leoneans to rally behind the team.

The aggregate winner of CR Belouizdad and Rangers over two legs will face the winner between Deportivo Mongomo Equatorial Guinean football club and Djoliba Athletic Club Malian football in the second round in October.

Meanwhile, the Algerian side has won three of their last four matches this season, including the draw against their CAF Champions League draw with Bo Rangers last Saturday.

By Martin Wusha in Algeria – Connect with us @football_sierra – on Facebook/ Instagram, Football Sierra Leone, and National News.

Troyes youngster happy with maiden Sierra Leone call-up

by FSL News | 15 Sep, 2022 | Football Africa, Players Abroad News, Sport News

ESTAC Troyes B youngster Muses Turay has expressed his delight after first Sierra Leone call-up

Troyes forward Moses Turay has received his first call-up to the Sierra Leone squad ahead of this month’s international friendlies.

The 18-year-old, who scored his second goal of the season against Le Puy Sub 19 on Saturday, is in coach John Keister’s squad to face South Africa in Jonesburg and DR Congo in Casablanca on the 24th and 27th of September, respectively.

“I’m looking forward to the experience and learning from the manager,” exciting Turay told Football Sierra Leone.

“It’s a great opportunity. I am relishing the prospect of playing against African giant South Africa and DR Congo if selected by the coach.”

Turay, who recently signed for the Ligue 1 side, has played four games for the U19 side scoring two goals this campaign.

This month’s International matches will be Sierra Leone’s senior side’s first match since the 2-2 draw against Guinea-Bissau in the African Cup of Nations qualifier in June.

John Keister names @RodneyEMichael of @IndyEleven & France-based striker Moses Turay in the squad for September friendlies. #FSLMedia #FSLNews #SierraLeone #InternationalMatches #SaloneTwitter pic.twitter.com/sPfPIFq16k
— @football_sierra (FSL Media) 🇸🇱 website (@football_sierra) September 12, 2022

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Indy attacker Rodney Michael reacts to first Sierra Leone call-up

by FSL News | 14 Sep, 2022 | Football Africa, Players Abroad News, Sport News

Indy Eleven attacker Rodney Michael admitted it is a privilege and an honour to have received his first international call-up.

The 23-year-old was on Tuesday selected in John Keister’s Sierra Leone 25-man squad for the forthcoming FIFA International fixtures against South Africa and DR Congo.

“Extremely delighted with my first Sierra Leone call-up. I know it is a big opportunity for me, just like all other young players that have been fortunate enough to get this opportunity early in their careers,” Michael told FootballSierraLeone.

“I remembered when I was around seven years old going to watch National team games at the Siaka Stevens Stadium and just being amazed at the atmosphere, the fans, the support, and the passion all the players gave everything for the Nation. I always left those games thinking to myself that ‘I will be there one day.’ That dream and belief were what motivated me to take football seriously.

He continues, “The Craig Bellamy Foundation played a huge role in shaping me into the person I am today as they not only helped improve my footballing abilities but also made me realize how important education is. The combination of football and education has opened countless doors throughout my journey from Sierra Leone to the United States.

Ultimately, those doors have led me to be in a position where I’m fortunate enough to have gotten my first Senior National team call-up.

Back in 2018, it was a special moment in my life to represent the U20 National team. And now, four years later, it is even more special for me to get the chance to represent the Senior National team.”

In March this year, Indy Eleven announced it had acquired forward Rodney Michael from USL League One club South Georgia Tormenta FC.

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— @football_sierra (FSL Media) 🇸🇱 website (@football_sierra) September 12, 2022

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Kei Kamara nets brace as Montreal beat Fire

by FSL News | 14 Sep, 2022 | Football Africa, Players Abroad News, Sport News

Kei Kamara scored twice and added an assist for CF Montreal in a 3-2 win against the visiting Chicago Fire on Tuesday.

Zachary Brault Guillard added the third goal in the 44th minute to help CF Montreal.

The former Sierra Leone International opened the scoring in the 21st minute and added another in the 29th.

Xherdan Shaqiri scored two goals, both on penalty kicks, for the Fire.

Both teams play on Saturday, with Montreal (17-9-5) visiting the New England Revolution while the Fire (9-14-8) host Charlotte.

In February, Kamara signed with Montréal through the 2022 campaign with an option for 2023.

Un premier pour @keikamara 👊

Wanyama with the sweet pass. 3-2 Montréal. #CFMTL pic.twitter.com/BwDqJOOWvA

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