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Sullay Kaikai shortlisted for Cambridge Player of the Month
by Football Sierra Leone

Sullay Kaikai shortlisted for Cambridge Player of the Month

Sierra Leone's Sullay Kaikai is in the running for the latest December 2025 Player of the Month award for Cambridge United.

Kaikai has been a crucial player for the League Two club, contributing vital goals and assists in recent matches. As a result, he has been shortlisted for this prestigious honour.

Supporters can now cast their votes for the Girton Golf Club Player of the Month for December 2025. United had another impressive month, remaining unbeaten in the league and advancing in the FA Cup with a solid win over Stockport.

This month’s nominees include Sullay Kaikai, Mamadou Jobe, James Gibbons, and George Hoddle.

Player of the Month sponsors, Girton Golf Club, are offering 10% off membership to Season Ticket Holders and Abbey Access members.

Girton Golf Club is within easy reach of Huntingdon Road as well as the A14 and M11. Founded in 1936, they have a beautiful and challenging 18-hole parkland course, a modern clubhouse and extensive practice and coaching facilities. 

Girton Golf Club is a Community Amateur Sports Club, owned by the members, and visitors are welcome. Whether you’re a beginner just picking up the sport or a seasoned player looking to hone your skills, Girton Golf Club caters to all.

Bradford City eye a loan move for Crystal Palace attacker Hindolo Mustapha
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Bradford City eye a loan move for Crystal Palace attacker Hindolo Mustapha

Bradford City, currently in pursuit of promotion from League One, is one of several clubs vying for the services of the 19-year-old player following the recent termination of his loan at FC Nürnberg at the start of December.

The player received multiple offers for his first senior loan but chose to join German side FC Nürnberg in the 2. Bundesliga, seeking higher competition. However, after not meeting the expectations of manager Miroslav Klose, he made only two appearances for their reserve team.

Crystal Palace is open to loaning him again for more senior experience, preferably within England, for his development. Walsall in League Two has expressed ongoing interest, and Portsmouth manager John Mousinho has scouted him during several matches.

The player is contracted with Crystal Palace until 2028, having made 29 appearances for the Under-21 team last season, scoring 11 goals and providing seven assists.

The youngster is a versatile forward and was named Palace’s Under-21 Player of the Season, nominated for the Premier League 2 Player of the Season award.

Internationally, he has represented Sierra Leone three times and trained with Crystal Palace’s first team during their mid-season camp in Marbella last year.

Sullay Kaikai helps Cambridge win over Accrington Stanley
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Sullay Kaikai helps Cambridge win over Accrington Stanley

The Sierra Leone International was on target as Cambridge defeated Accrington Stanley to enter the League Two play-off positions and increased their unbeaten streak to 11 matches across all competitions.

The home side generated the fewest chances in the first half, with Louis Appere sending a header well off target following a cross from Liam Bennett after 12 minutes.  

An Adam Mayor corner nearly went directly in, but was punched away by Ollie Wright, before the U’s opened the scoring in the fifth minute of stoppage time.  

Sullay Kaikai had the opportunity to deliver a pass across the goal, which found unmarked defender James Gibbons, who struck it home past Wright.  

Ten minutes after the break, James Brophy set Kaikai free on the left, but Wright parried his shot away; however, Kaikai made it 2-0 on the hour when he headed in Mayor’s cross from close range.  

Accrington posed almost no threat, with their best chances occurring 17 minutes from the end as Conor Grant’s free-kick was deflected wide, followed by a powerful shot from Dan Martin that was blocked.  

Cambridge arrives at Christmas with only one home loss in 15 matches this season.

Mustapha Bundu suffers a collateral ligament injury
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Mustapha Bundu suffers a collateral ligament injury

Hannover will end the first half of the German Bundesliga 2 without two key players. Mustapha Bundu has a medial collateral ligament injury from the last match against Preußen Münster.

The 28-year-old left the game in the 72nd minute and missed Saturday’s home match against VfL Bochum and the away game against 1. FC Nürnberg on December 21.

This injury ends his first half of the season early. Husseyn Chakroun will also miss the rest of the year.

The 21-year-old had to leave the field in the 25th minute due to a hamstring injury after a long stride following a challenge.

Head coach Christian Titz commented on the injuries, saying, “That’s a real shame, but that happens in football. We have options in the squad, and we have confidence in our players.”

Despite these challenges, he remains hopeful about future matches, stating, “We’ve built the squad so that the players can respond well to any situation.”

FC Nürnberg part ways with  Crystal Palace youngster Hindolo Mustapha
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

FC Nürnberg part ways with Palace youngster Hindolo Mustapha

FC Nürnberg and Hindolo Mustapha have mutually decided to part ways after just six months, as the club announced this afternoon.

The 19-year-old’s loan spell with the 2. Bundesliga side has been cut short. Unfortunately, Mustapha did not make any professional appearances during his time at Nürnberg and will be returning to Crystal Palace for now.

“Hindolo clearly possesses talent, but things didn’t play out as we had all hoped at 1. FC Nürnberg. It was also important for the player’s future to clear things up early on and reach a solution that suited everyone,” stated sporting director Joti Chatzialexiou.

The Sierra Leone international had previously faced criticism from coach Miroslav Klose back in November, which is believed to have strained their working relationship.

Sierra Leone's Sullay Kaikai helps Cambridge draw with MK Dons
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Sierra Leone’s Sullay Kaikai helps Cambridge draw with MK Dons

Sullay Kaikai returned to haunt his old club, MK Dons, by scoring a brilliant equaliser that helped Cambridge secure a point in a League Two clash.

The hosts took the lead in the 42nd minute thanks to Callum Paterson, but Kaikai struck back midway through the second half, allowing Cambridge to extend their unbeaten league streak to six games.

Cambridge’s Ben Knight was denied by keeper Craig MacGillivray, while Kelland Watts narrowly missed in a chaotic goalmouth scramble.

Just before half-time, the Dons took the lead with Paterson scoring from a pass by Liam Kelly. Cambridge had chances too, including Liam Bennett’s close-range miss.

In the 66th minute, former MK Dons winger Kaikai equalised with a powerful shot from outside the box. In the final moments, Aaron Collins nearly won it for Cambridge but hit the side-netting, resulting in a draw.

The Sierra Leone International joined Cambridge United in League One on a one-year deal on 28 June 2024. On 10 June 2025, the club announced that he had signed a new two-year contract.

Attacker Daniel Kanu listed for League Two Player of the Month
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Attacker Daniel Kanu listed for League Two Player of the Month

Daniel Kanu has been nominated for the PFA League Two Fans’ Player of the Month award for November following his exceptional goal scoring form.

Walsall’s on-loan striker from Charlton Athletic, Daniel Kanu, has been nominated for the PFA’s League Two Fans’ Player of the Month for November.

Since joining Walsall in the summer, Kanu has made a significant impact, netting eight goals in just sixteen first-team appearances. Notably, he scored four of those goals in November alone, placing him among the standout performers in the entire EFL.

Kanu is in good company, competing for the award alongside former Saddler Emmanuel Monthé of Oldham Athletic, Harry Anderson from Colchester United, Nathaniel Mendez-Laing of Milton Keynes Dons, Ollie Palmer from Swindon Town, and Omar Sowunmi of Bromley.

You can cast your vote here. bit.ly/3YbF9Ny

Sierra Leone's Kallum Cesay voted Player of the Match in Salford's win
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Sierra Leone’s Kallum Cesay voted Player of the Match in Salford’s win

Sierra Leone International Kallum Cesay was voted Salford's Player of the Match as the League Two side advanced to the FA Cup third round for the second consecutive season with an impressive 4-0 victory over League One side Leyton Orient at the Peninsula Stadium.

In a challenging pitch, Orient’s goalkeeper, Killian Cahill, inadvertently scored an own goal from Kadeem Harris’s cross, putting Salford ahead just 23 minutes into the match.

Sierra Leone’s Kallum Cesay doubled the lead with a curling shot near the hour mark, following another strong run from Harris. Substitute Fabio Borini quickly made an impact by scoring shortly after coming on, and Kelly N’Mai capped off the scoring in stoppage time with a shot from the edge of the box. Salford dominated throughout, with Cahill previously denying Luke Garbutt a strong effort.

Before halftime, Cahill spilt a free kick, allowing Daniel Udoh to hit the post with a close-range chance. After Cesay’s goal, he set up Josh Austerfield, who shot over from a good position. Salford has now won their last three FA Cup matches against League One teams.

Looking ahead, Salford will learn their next opponents during Monday’s draw at 18:40 GMT before the Brackley Town vs. Burton Albion match.

Head coach Karl Robinson praised his players and expressed confidence as they aim for a higher league, humorously noting he doesn’t want a draw against Man City away.

Sierra Leone midfielder Abu Dumbuya part ways with Maltese outfit
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Sierra Leone midfielder Abu Dumbuya part ways with Maltese outfit

Zabbar St. Patrick has officially announced the departure of Sierra Leone midfielder Abu “Diaby” Dumbuya after a brief spell in Malta.

Dumbuya joined the Maltese club in August and, despite his short time with the team, made a strong impression with his dedication and professionalism.

The club expressed gratitude for his contributions and wished him all the best in his future endeavours.

In the 2023–2024 season, Dumbuya made a notable move to join Gençlik Gücü, a club in the KTFF Süper Lig in Northern Cyprus.

On January 3, 2025, he signed with AC Oulu, a team in the Finnish Veikkausliiga, for the upcoming season. However, he left the club at the beginning of July.

Striker Daniel Kanu takes his Walsall tally to seven in League Two
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Striker Daniel Kanu takes his Walsall tally to seven in League Two

Sierra Leone international Daniel Kanu raised his season tally to seven as Walsall came from behind to secure a 3-1 victory over Bromley, keeping them at the top of League Two.

Bromley took an early lead after 18 minutes when Mitch Pinnock capitalised on a poor pass from Priestley Farquharson, finding Ben Krauhaus. Krauhaus made no mistake, firing a low shot into the net from 12 yards.

Walsall nearly equalised shortly after, but Ravens midfielder Ashley Charles made a fantastic block to prevent Jamille Matt from scoring just inches from the goal line.

In the second half, Walsall’s goalkeeper Myles Roberts denied Bromley a second goal, saving Idris Odutayo’s powerful shot from 30 yards out, while Michael Cheek saw his follow-up effort ruled offside.

Walsall finally levelled the score in the 65th minute when Kanu expertly controlled a knockdown from Aden Flint following a free-kick and squeezed the ball home from close range.

They took the lead in the 80th minute when Farquharson nodded a deep cross back across the goal, allowing Ryan Finnigan to loop a header into the far corner of the net.

Walsall sealed the win deep into stoppage time when Albert Adomah broke forward and squared the ball for an unmarked Courtney Clarke, who steered it home with ease.