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Brøndby IF and Vaasan Palloseura in talks over loan deal for young keeper Wurie Jalloh
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Brøndby IF and Vaasan Palloseura in talks over loan deal for young keeper Wurie Jalloh

On Friday, the Finnish media MTV Urheilu reported that Brøndby’s young goalkeeper Mamadou Jalloh will be loaned to Vaasan Palloseura in the top division in Finland, accordng to 3Point.DK

Mamadou Jalloh has risen through the ranks in Brøndby Masterclass, where he has most recently been a central figure in the U19 team.

The loan agreement with the Finnish club is valid for the rest of the season and with an option for a 12-month extension.

The agreement has not yet been officially confirmed by any party. This move aims to help him gain more experience, building on his impressive performances for the Sierra Leone U20 Cup of Nations team.

Vaasan Palloseura, known as VPS, is a football club from Vaasa, Finland. The team plays in the top league of Finnish football called Veikkausliiga. Jussi Nuorela is the club’s manager. VPS holds its home matches at Hietalahti.

Attacker Idriss Kanu features in Barnet's first win of the season
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Attacker Idriss Kanu features in Barnet’s first win of the season

Sierra Leone International Idriss Kanu featured as Barnet secured their first win of the season with a 2-0 victory over Swindon Town, thanks to late goals from Dennis Adineran and Emmanuel Osadebe.

Kanu, 25, was playing for the Bees in his fourth game after the team lost all three of their opening matches this season.

The match began with Barnet facing early pressure but goalkeeper Cieran Slicker made crucial saves.

Despite several scoring opportunities from Barnet, including chances from Callum Stead and Ollie Hawkins, they remained scoreless until the second half.

After making impactful substitutions, Osadebe scored to give Barnet the lead, followed by Adineran’s goal just before the match ended, solidifying their win.

Idris Kanu joined The Bees in September 2022 after transferring from Peterborough United. Kanu began his career in the West Ham United academy before moving to Aldershot Town in 2016.

Following one season, Kanu signed with Peterborough United. The forward appeared in 69 matches for The Posh, including games in the Championship. He subsequently had loan spells at Port Vale, Boreham Wood, and Northampton before making a permanent move to The Bees last season.

Kanu has also represented Sierra Leone at the international level in the national team.

Two goals in four games for Sierra Leone's Josh Koroma
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Two goals in four games for Sierra Leone’s Josh Koroma

Sierra Leone International Josh Koroma has recorded two goals in his last four games for London League One side Leyton Orient, helping his side to their second win of the new campaign.

Leyton Orient secured a 1-0 victory against Plymouth Argyle on Tuesday night, making it seven points from their first four League One matches.

Koroma scored the only goal of the game in the second half, marking his 99th league appearance for the O’s. This win also marked Orient’s first success in Plymouth since 2017.

Head Coach Richie Wellens made two changes to the starting lineup, with Michael Craig and Tyreeq Bakinson in the team. After a goalless first half, Orient created more chances in the second period.

Koroma capitalised on a well-placed ball from O’Neill to score in the 63rd minute. Despite some late pressure from Plymouth, Orient held on for the win and will next face Mansfield Town on Saturday.

The former Huddersfield man has been instrumental since his return to Orient, scoring two goals from his last four matches.

Kamil Conteh's Bristol Rovers suffer defeat to Chesterfield
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Kamil Conteh’s Bristol Rovers suffer defeat to Chesterfield

On Saturday, Sierra Leone International Kamil Conteh’s Bristol Rovers were beaten for the third time running this season.Ten-man Bristol Rovers lost 3-1 to Chesterfield in Sky Bet League Two.

Their fourth defeat of the new campaign, including the 2-0 to Cambridge United in the Carabao Cup opening rounds.

Chesterfield took the lead in a frantic first half, and soon after, Promise Omchere missed a chance by shooting wide.

Joel Senior received a straight red card for fouling Armando Dobra. Chesterfield quickly capitalised, with Tom Naylor heading in a goal.

After the break, Luke Southwood made crucial saves against Dylan Duffy and Lee Bonis, but Isaac Hutchinson equalised for the Rovers Pirates shortly after coming on.

Chesterfield then responded with late goals from Kyle McFadzean and Dobra, securing the win.

The Pirates fought back, with Conteh missing an equaliser before Hutchinson scored from a narrow angle. However, Chesterfield sealed the victory with two late goals, keeping Southwood busy.

Second League defeat for Tyrese Fornah's Northampton Town 
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Second League defeat for Tyrese Fornah’s Northampton Town 

Sierra Leone International Tyrese Fornah and his League One side have suffered their second defeat of the new campaign following a 2-0 defeat to Stevenage on Saturday.

Tyrese, who joined the club on a three-year contract in June, has been a pivotal player, but they are still struggling to find their first win of the new campaign, having lost two and drawn one from their opening three league matches.

Max Dyche replaced the injured Jordan Thorniley in the only change to the Cobblers team from their last league match. Charlie Goode, Dean Campbell, and Elliott List faced their former clubs.

Stevenage, who had won their first two league games, had the first chance of the match. Chem Campbell headed over from a cross by Luther James-Wildin. Cameron McGeehan had a long-range shot, set up by Sam Hoskins, which was deflected for a corner, marking Cobblers’ first attempt at goal. The cobbler gradually found their rhythm.

List had a shot blocked after cutting in well from the left, and Filip Marschall saved a shot from McGeehan. Kevin Nolan’s side had a stronger performance in the first half but couldn’t score.

Town started the second half well, with List’s shot deflected. He then made a good run forward, played in by Ethan Wheatley, but couldn’t keep his shot down.

Terry Taylor replaced McGeehan, marking the first change for the Cobblers. Carl Piergianni did well to head over a curled strike from Sam Hoskins.

Midway through the second half, Stevenage took the lead through Dan Kemp, who scored from close range after a failed clearance. Dyche almost equalised from a corner by Dean Campbell.

Nolan subbed in Nesta Guinness-Walker for List and moved Hoskins forward. Substitute Gassan Ahadme scored with his first touch to make it 2-0 in the 82nd minute.

Despite Wheatley hitting the post after a good run by Tyrese Fornah, the Cobblers couldn’t find a comeback on a frustrating day.

Augustus Kargbo's Blackburn Rovers set for Birmingham City contest
by Football Sierra Leone

Augustus Kargbo’s Blackburn Rovers set for Birmingham City contest

Ahead of an exciting weekend of Sky Bet Championship action, Sierra Leone International August Kargbo’s Blackburn Rovers enter Sky Bet Championship week two from the back of an opening 1-0 defeat away to West Bromwich Albion.

At Edward Park on Saturday, they’ll have a chance to start their first home game in front of their exciting home fans, as Kargbo will be hoping to create some impact in the Championship match day two.

Here is a Sky Bet Championship: Pre-match stat pack

Blackburn Rovers have lost just two of their last 38 home league games against Birmingham City (W25 D11), winning each of their last four in succession, during which they’ve scored 15 goals in total.

  • Birmingham City have won two of their last three league games against Blackburn Rovers (L1), as many victories as across their prior 16 matches against Rovers combined (D6 L8).
  • Blackburn have won their opening home game in each of the last five league seasons. However, following their 1-0 loss at West Brom on MD1, they’ll be hoping to avoid beginning a league campaign with back-to-back defeats, which last happened in 2019-20.
  • Birmingham haven’t lost their opening away game in any of the last six seasons (W3 D3) since losing 1-0 at Middlesbrough in the Championship in 2018-19.
  • On MD1 of the 2025-26 Championship season, Birmingham’s Keshi Anderson won more duels than any other player (14), with the last player to have more in the Championship for them being Ethan Laird v Swansea in August 2023 (21).
Midfielder Ibrahim Turay pens deal with Iceland top-tier side Stjarnan
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Midfielder Ibrahim Turay pens deal with Iceland top-tier side Stjarnan

Sierra Leone duo Bo Rangers midfielder Ibrahim Turay and Alpha Conteh have joined Iceland’s top-tier side Stjarnan on a two-year deals. 

Rangers have expressed gratitude for Turay’s dedication and professionalism, stating he was a key figure in their success. They wish him success in his new chapter.

Ibrahim is 24 years old and joins us from Bo Rangers FC, one of the leading teams in Sierra Leone. He is a powerful midfielder who has played for the Sierra Leone national team and scored a goal in the World Cup qualifiers.

With a fighting spirit, power and good technique, Ibrahim is a player who will strengthen our midfield and give the team increased width and stability,” the club noted on Facebook.

Another Sierra Leone International, Alpha Conteh, has also penned a deal with the Garðabær-based outfit on similar terms of a two-half-year contract.

The club wrote, “Alpha is a 24-year-old winger who comes to us from Neftçi PFK in Azerbaijan, where he played in the Premier League. He has also played in Bulgaria with Lokomotiv Plovdiv and in Israel, as well as having games for the Sierra Leone national team.
 
Alpha is fast, powerful and not afraid to attack defenders – qualities that will undoubtedly strengthen the Star’s offensive game!” 

After making several appearances on various national teams, Turay scored his first goal for Leone Stars against Guinea-Bissau in the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers when Sierra Leone defeated their visitors 3-1 in the Liberian capital, March 2025.

Both will join former skipper Steven Caulker at the club – Caulker took on a dual role as player-assistant coach for the men’s first team in June.

Alpha Conteh has also penned a deal with the Garðabær-based outfit on a similar terms of two-half year contract.
Alpha Conteh has also penned a deal with the Garðabær-based outfit on a similar terms of two-half year contract.
Midfielder Ibrahim Turay pens deal with Iceland top-tier side Stjarnan
Midfielder Ibrahim Turay pens deal with Iceland top-tier side Stjarnan
Sierra Leone's Ibrahim Fullah nets first professional goal
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Sierra Leone’s Ibrahim Fullah nets first proffessional goal

Ibrahim Fullah scored his first professional goal, while Miles Leaburn and Luke Berry also found the net, leading the Addicks to a 3-1 victory over Stevenage in the Carabao Cup at The Valley.

Nathan Jones made a whopping 11 changes from the squad that triumphed over Watford in Saturday’s Sky Bet Championship opener. Among the fresh faces were summer signings Joe Rankin-Costello, Tanto Olaofe, Harvey Knibbs, and academy standout Fullah, all making their full debuts.

After a few early threats, the Addicks took the lead in the 27th minute thanks to Leaburn. The lively Olaofe pounced on a loose ball and skillfully threaded a pass to his strike partner, who took a moment to steady himself before slotting it past Taye Ashby-Hammond.

Following the first goal from a Charlton academy graduate, the second came just eight minutes later, also from the academy. Henry Rylah delivered a low, powerful cross from the right that found Fullah at the back post. He outmuscled his defender and finished confidently across the goal.

Charlton had a strong shout for a penalty shortly after their second goal when Olaofe, with his back to goal, seemed to be clipped by a Stevenage defender, but referee Craig Hicks waved away their appeals.

In the second half, Stevenage tried to claw their way back into the match but struggled to trouble Will Mannion in the Charlton goal. For the Addicks, substitute Berry managed to sneak a touch on Rankin-Costello’s shot, but Ashby-Hammond was quick to react and gathered the ball safely.

The visitors made four substitutions in the 60th minute and began to gain some momentum, but it was Berry who sealed the deal with a goal 13 minutes from time.

Daniel Kanu delivered a fantastic cross from the left, and the substitute expertly got in front of his defender to head the ball beautifully into the bottom corner.

Right-back Osman Kakay's Košice suffer Niké league home defeat
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Right-back Osman Kakay’s Košice suffer Niké League home defeat

In the third round of the Niké league, Sierra Leone International Osman Kakay’s team, Košice FC, lost 1:0 at home versus Trenčín.

Injuries forced two major adjustments for coach Roman Skuhravý; captain Krivák and midfielder Gallovič were left out of the team. Though the team introduced fresh jerseys, they found it difficult to perform.

Early on, Košice created opportunities, but Košice failed to turn them into targets. At the 46th minute, right-back Kakay replaced Milan Dimun in their Slovak top-tier league match.

In the 49th minute via Khan, Trenčín got the only goal of the game.

Despite more pressure from Košice and several missed opportunities, including Jakúbek’s closerange volley and tries from Miljanić and Goljan, they were unable to equalise.

Košice could not break their home scoring curse against Trenčín, and thus the game concluded. Their next, they will face Ružomberok at home on August 23, 2025.

Josh Koroma nets as Leyton Orient open campaign with a win
by Football Sierra Leone

Josh Koroma nets as Leyton Orient beat Wigan Athletic

In his first game for English League One side Leyton Orient in front of the home fans, Sierra Leonean international Josh Koroma opened his account in their 2-0 triumph against Wigan, thereby making a positive start on his second spell with the club at BetWright Stadium.

With Steven Sessegnon’s own goal starting the match, Leyton Orient earned their first League One victory. Sessegnon was later  dismissed in the game, Wigan had their first loss of the year.

Wigan suffered an early loss as James Carragher had to leave the field only five minutes into the game, with Jon Mellish taking his position.

Leading in the 18th minute, Leyton Orient marked the first major chance of the match when Sessegnon unintentionally chested the ball into his net following a Koroma cross.

Following a nice combination with Ollie O’Neill, Aaron Connolly missed his opportunity to score on the halftime mark and fired wide instead.

In the 60th minute, Orient extended their lead when Koroma got a through ball and calmly fired past Sam Tickle, the outstretched goalie.

Wigan had a terrible afternoon, especially Sessegnon, who was sent off late in the game for a professional foul.

Substitute Joe White came within a goal of putting Orient ahead, but Tickle made a great save from his free kick.