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Alpha Turay's El Gouna FC held league leaders Zamalek SC
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Alpha Turay’s El Gouna held league leaders Zamalek to a draw

Sierra Leone defender Alpha Turay played the full throttle of the contest as El Gouna played to a 1-1 draw against Zamalek at the Cairo International Stadium on Tuesday.

Despite ending in a draw, Zamalek still holds the top spot in the table with 17 points after eight matches, leading by two points over second-placed Masry. Gouna has risen to 14th place with a total of eight points.

Mohamed Emad equalised Oday Dabbagh’s opening goal scored in the 27th minute in the 84th minute, helping Gouna ascend to 14th.

The Whites struggled offensively without key winger Juan Alvina, who was suspended, and missed a chance to extend their lead.

Zamalek took the lead with a goal from Dabbagh after controlling possession in the first half. Abdalla El Saied nearly increased the lead, but Gouna’s goalkeeper made a crucial save.

Zamalek’s coach made several substitutions in the second half. Late in the game, Gouna equalised when Emad scored from inside the penalty area, securing a vital point for the visitors.

Turay, 20, side will face Ceramica Cleopatra next in the Egyptian top-tier league. while Zamalek will face next arch-rivals Ahly in the Cairo derby on Monday.

Star Sport Academy's Citta Bah moves to Denmark to join Midtjylland
by FSL News

Star Sport Academy’s Citta Bah moves to Denmark to join Midtjylland

Star Sport Academy midfielder Cita Bah's move has been officially confirmed, as the 19-year-old joins Danish Superliga club FC Midtjylland.

This milestone marks a major step in his career and showcases the growing talent from Sierra Leone.

Rising Star: Cita Bah’s Journey

Since joining Star Sport Academy in 2022, Bah has been a pivotal player, helping the team secure Premier League promotion. Known for his vision, passing, and midfield control, he has proven himself capable of performing under pressure. FC Midtjylland scouts were impressed with his development, leading to the Cita Bah Midtjylland move.

National Team Performances Highlight Potential

Bah earned attention on the international stage while representing Sierra Leone in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Guinea-Bissau and Egypt. His composure, tactical awareness, and work rate in midfield demonstrated why he was ready for European football.

First International Appearance Shines

He made his debut with the Shooting Stars U20 team, coming on in the 88th minute during a 4-1 victory over Egypt at the Suez Canal Stadium. His confident performance further justified FC Midtjylland’s decision to invest in him.

Star Sport Academy’s Pride and Support

“As a club, we are proud of Cita Bah’s development and hope he continues to excel in this new chapter,” said Ing Yankuba J Tarawally, Chairman of Star Sport Academy.

The Cita Bah Midtjylland move is a proud moment for Sierra Leonean football and highlights the academy’s ability to nurture world-class talent.

Juma Bah's Nice kick off UEFA Europa League against Roma
by Football Sierra Leone

Juma Bah’s Nice kick off UEFA Europa League campaign against Roma

The group stage of the UEFA Europa League is set to commence for a second season, with each team scheduled to play nine matches on Wednesday, September 24, and Thursday, September 25.

Sierra Leone International Juma Bah will be a key player in defence as two-time runners-up Roma kick off their season against Nice, a team they have never faced in any UEFA tournament before.

This Wednesday, OGC Nice will play its first match in the Europa League at home against AS Roma (kick-off at 9 p.m.). Take a look at images from today’s training session.

Bah, 19, has been a crucial player in Nice’s defence since his loan transfer from Manchester City, participating in every match this season.

On January 27, 2025, Manchester City announced that Bah was registered as a player for the club and revealed that he would be loaned to Ligue 1 team Lens in France. Later that same year, on June 25, he transferred to another Ligue 1 club, Nice, on loan for the 2025–26 season.

The French team has been experiencing mixed results since the start of the new Ligue 1 campaign, having recorded two wins and three losses in their first five matches.

The Italian team, on the other hand, recorded three victories and one loss in their first four Serie A league matches.

Roma (ITA)

UEFA coefficient ranking: 14

How they qualified: Fifth in Italy

Last season: Europa League quarter-finals (L3-4 vs Athletic Club)

Best UEFA Cup/Europa League performance: Runners-up (1990/91, 2022/23)

Nice (FRA) 

UEFA coefficient ranking: 94

How they qualified: Champions League third qualifying round

Last season: League phase (35/36)

Best UEFA Cup/Europa League performance: Third round (1972/73)

Wednesday 24 September

All kick-off times 21:00 CET unless stated

PAOK vs M. Tel-Aviv (18:45)

Midtjylland vs Sturm Graz (18:45)

GNK Dinamo vs Fenerbahçe

Real Betis vs Nottingham Forest

Braga vs Feyenoord

Crvena Zvezda vs Celtic

Freiburg vs Basel

Nice vs Roma

Malmö vs Ludogorets

Striker Alie Conteh nets to help Strømsgodset defeat Sarpsborg 08
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Striker Alie Conteh nets to help Strømsgodset defeat Sarpsborg 08

Sierra Leone forward Alie Conteh scored in the 10th minute for his Norwegian team, Strømsgodset in their match against Sarpsborg 08 at the Marienlyst Stadium on Sunday.

Conteh, 20, made an impressive contribution in their 2-1 win, finding the back of the net to kick off the scoring for his Norwegian club, Strømsgodset, in their match against Sarpsborg 08 at the Marienlyst Stadium on Sunday.

The visitors managed to equalise in the 33rd minute when Jesper Taaje inadvertently directed the ball into his own net, much to the dismay of his teammates.

However, Strømsgodset quickly regained control when Gustav Valsvik netted a goal in the 61st minute, giving the home side the lead once again.

With solid teamwork and determination, Strømsgodset held on to secure a well-deserved victory in this thrilling encounter.

The victory holds significant importance for the Gulskogen team, based in Drammen, as they seek to escape the lower part of the Eliteserien standings.

Sierra Leone's Daniel Kanu nets in Walsall triumph over Tranmere
by FSL News

Sierra Leone’s Daniel Kanu nets in Walsall’s triumph over Tranmere

Sierra Leone international Daniel Kanu found the back of the net as defender Evan Weir's impressive brace secured Walsall a thrilling 4-2 victory against Tranmere.

With this victory, Walsall stretched its unbeaten streak to five league matches on Saturday at the Pallet-Track Bescot Stadium.

Weir opened the scoring with an early free-kick and later added a spectacular instinctive half-volley, helping the Saddlers defeat a determined Rovers side and rise to third place in League Two.

The Irishman struck a 20-yard set-piece into the top corner just nine minutes into the match.

Rovers responded strongly, equalising in the 38th minute when Josh Davison continued to press despite being fouled on the wing, and Joe Ironside finished his low cross after advantage was played.

Tranmere nearly turned the match around when Daniel Kanu deflected a cross onto his own crossbar, and Jordan Turnbull’s header from the ensuing corner went just over.

However, Walsall regained the lead in the fifth minute of first-half stoppage time, with Weir scoring a stunning 18-yard strike into the bottom corner.

Kanu extended the lead to 3-1 in the 61st minute, putting a defender on the ground with a clever turn before curling the ball past Rovers goalkeeper Joe Murphy.

Rovers scored again in the 89th minute through Billy Blacker’s deflected effort from 20 yards, but Albert Adomah broke away in stoppage time to chip the ball over Murphy and secure the victory.

Jaze Kabia helps Grimsby Town to Carabao Cup fourth round
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Jaze Kabia helps Grimsby Town to Carabao Cup fourth round

Jaze Kabia scored the winner as Grimsby Town, who knocked out Manchester United in the Carabao Cup, secured a deserved win against struggling Sheffield Wednesday to reach the fourth round.

Grimsby performed better in the first half and eventually took the lead shortly after the interval when Sierra Leonean native Jaze Kabia scored with a header from Reece Staunton’s corner kick. (Photo Grimsby Town)

Afterwards, the visitors created further chances to extend their lead, but a single goal was sufficient against a Wednesday side that made 10 alterations following their Championship loss to Bristol City on Saturday.

This marks Grimsby’s return to the fourth round for the first time since the 2001-02 season.

The struggling home team had only managed two wins this season, both achieved on penalties against Bolton and Leeds in this competition, but they failed to find an equaliser to take the match to penalties, with visiting keeper Christy Pym not being called into action for a single save.

Grimsby brought around 6,000 fans from Lincolnshire to South Yorkshire and started brightly against a largely inexperienced Wednesday team.

Kabia scored with a header just four minutes into the second half, helping Grimsby take the lead after a strong first half against Henrik Pedersen’s team.

Despite chances for Jamie Walker and Charles Vernam, Wednesday struggled to respond. Grimsby now awaits a favourable draw for the tournament’s last 16 next Wednesday, while the Owls turn their attention to seeking their first Championship win of the season against Portsmouth on Saturday, with the Mariners facing Barnet in League Two.

Sierra Leone's Mamadou Wurie Jalloh makes Vaasan Palloseura debut
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Sierra Leone’s Mamadou Wurie Jalloh makes Vaasan Palloseura debut

Sierra Leone's young keeper, Mamadou Wurie Jalloh, made his debut with Veikkausliiga side Vaasan Palloseura in their 2-1 win over FC KTP in their battle for survival in Finland.

Sierra Leone’s young keeper, Mamadou Wurie Jalloh, made his debut with Veikkausliiga side Vaasan Palloseura in their 2-1 win over FC KTP in their battle for survival.

Goals from Prosper Ahiabu and Olli Jakonen gave the hosts their two-goal lead before Matias Paavola scored for the visitors in the 62nd minute, but it was too late as they could not recover from the early goals conceded.

Mamadou Jalloh stepped between the posts for the first time and was pleased to represent the VPS shirt.

“A great debut considering the starting points. A ragged week ahead, having just returned from the national team games. He came in very open-minded and brave.

“It’s great to see a young boy come in with a lot of self-confidence, Nuorela rejoices. It was a pleasure to get my professional senior debut at just 18, a big dream came true,” Jalloh expressed after the final whistle.

Striker Daniel Kanu nets to help Walsall draw at Fleetwood Town
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Striker Daniel Kanu nets to help Walsall draw at Fleetwood Town

Sierra Leone international Daniel Kanu scored for Walsall, helping them draw 1-1 with Fleetwood Town at Highbury Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

Fleetwood scored first in the game, but Kanu equalised just ten minutes later. This draw extended Walsall’s unbeaten streak to four games across all competitions and marked their first goal against Fleetwood since 2016.

Head Coach Mat Sadler made one change to the team that won against Chesterfield last weekend. Charlie Lakin was suspended, so Courtney Clarke started in midfield.

Walsall had an early chance when Evan Weir’s free kick from 30 yards went over the bar. Fleetwood’s Ryan Graydon rounded Walsall’s keeper Myles Roberts in the 12th minute but was denied by defender Aden Flint. Graydon scored a header from a corner three minutes later.

Walsall equalised in the 25th minute when Flint set up Kanu for a close-range tap-in. They nearly took the lead after Lewis Warrington hit the woodwork with a shot from 25 yards.

Substitute Rico Richards almost scored on his debut, forcing a great save from Fleetwood’s Jay Lynch. Despite their efforts, the match ended in a draw.

Striker Augustine Williams named to USL Player of the Week
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Striker Augustine Williams named to USL Player of the Week

Pittsburgh Riverhounds forward Augi Williams has been named the USL Championship Player of the Week for Week 27 after scoring both goals in the team's 2-0 win over Oakland Roots SC on Sunday.

Williams scored the first goal just four minutes into the match, seizing a loose ball in the middle of the penalty area and finishing it with a low shot.

His second goal came from the penalty spot just before halftime, as he converted the penalty after being tripped at the top of the box. This two-goal performance also marked significant milestones for Williams, a veteran in his 10th year, now playing with the Hounds.

The first goal represented his 100th contribution in terms of goals and assists combined in the USL Championship regular season, and he currently ranks second on the league’s all-time scoring list with 83 goals.

In addition to his scoring in the victory against Oakland, Williams won 8 out of 10 aerial duels (totalling 12 out of 19 duels overall) and drew three fouls for the Hounds, which includes the penalty he earned in the first half.

Williams is the second player from the Hounds to receive the Player of the Week title this season, following Robbie Mertz, who received the accolade in Week 14.

Furthermore, Williams earned a position on the USL Championship Team of the Week, which featured Mertz on the bench after he created a match-high four chances, delivered nine total crosses, and achieved an impressive passing accuracy of 88.9 per cent during the win on Sunday.

100 USL Championship goal contributions in the regular season for Augi Williams!
100 USL Championship goal contributions in the regular season for Augi Williams!
Attacker Fofin Turay set for TOP Oss Eerste Divisie debut
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Attacker Fofin Turay set for TOP Oss Eerste Divisie debut

On Friday, Sierra Leone native Fofin Turay might make his debut for TOP Oss in the Eerste Divisie after transferring on loan from FC Groningen.

FC Emmen will host TOP Oss at De Oude Meerdijk on Fri, Sep 12, 2025, at 18:00 UTC. This game is part of the Eerste Divisie.

He was brought in to strengthen TOP Oss’ attacking options for one season, with whom he is under contract until mid-2026.

At just 21 years old, Turay might make his first appearance for the Dutch club in the fifth round of the season. Turay advanced through FC Groningen’s entire youth academy and made his professional debut in the Keuken Kampioen Divisie.

Last season, he also played in the Vrienden Loterij Eredivisie, marking his debut in an away game against Ajax. He participated in a total of sixteen official matches for FC Groningen.

Technical director Linton Posthumus expressed satisfaction with Turay’s arrival: “Fofin possesses remarkable speed and depth. He’s an excellent addition to our team.”

Fofin Turay regarding his transfer to TOP Oss stated: “I had conversations with a few players I already knew at TOP Oss, and that gave me a positive feeling. I’m a reserved individual who is keen to learn. As a player, I’m explosive and enjoy connecting with my teammates.”