Author: Alusine Rehme Wilson

Sierra Leone U-17 Girls Stage Comeback to Reach World Cup Qualifier Second Round
by Alusine Rehme Wilson

Sierra Leone U-17 Girls Stage Comeback to Reach World Cup Qualifier Second Round

Sierra Leone’s U-17 girls delivered a dramatic late comeback to defeat hosts Cote D’Ivoire 2-1 in Yamoussoukro on Friday, April 17, 2026, sealing progression to the second round of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup African Qualifiers.

Played at the Charles Konan Banny Stadium, the decisive second leg followed a goalless draw between the two sides at the same venue five days earlier. Despite the hosts taking the lead in a tightly contested encounter, Sierra Leone responded with resilience.

Musu Sengeh levelled in the 82nd minute after reacting quickest to a rebound, before Mariena Magdaline Tua struck deep into stoppage time to complete a remarkable turnaround.

The latest victory sends Sierra Leone into the next round under head coach Fatmata “Taribo” Turay, where they will face Benin, who advanced 5-3 on aggregate against Burkina Faso.

The qualifiers form part of the pathway to the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026, scheduled to take place in Morocco from October 17 to November 7, with five African teams set to secure qualification.

By Alusine Rehme Wilson

FC Kallon Bans Players from Community Football to Safeguard Fitness and Performance
by Alusine Rehme Wilson

FC Kallon Bans Players from Community Football to Safeguard Fitness and Performance

One of Sierra Leone’s 18 participating top-tier men’s outfits, FC Kallon has barred its registered players from participating in community football competitions across Sierra Leone, in a move aimed at protecting player welfare and reinforcing professional standards.

The decision, made public on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, takes immediate effect and prohibits players from featuring in inter-area leagues, local galas, and grassroots tournaments nationwide.

Club officials said the directive is designed to minimise injury risks associated with unsanctioned matches played outside the club’s professional framework, risks that could disrupt both individual careers and the team’s competitive ambitions.

Under the policy, players are restricted to officially recognised competitions, including the Leone Rock Premier League and the Sierra Leone FA Cup. The club warned that breaches of the directive will attract disciplinary action, including fines and possible suspension.

The move reflects a growing trend among professional clubs to tighten control over player activity beyond official fixtures, particularly in football environments where informal competitions remain a central part of community life.