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Coach Amidu Karim names Sierra Leone team for Chad and Zambia
by @football_sierra

Coach Amidu Karim names squad for Chad and Zambia

Sierra Leone has announced a 25-man squad for African Cup of Nations matches against Chad and Zambia next month. The Leone Stars will host Chad on September 6th in Liberia and play against Zambia away on September 10th, 2024.

Coach Karim’s side is gearing up for Morocco 2025 with an exciting opening match against Les Sao of Chad, set to take place in Liberia.

The Leone Stars ranked 56 places higher than their opponents, will face off against Les Sao of CHAD at the Samuel Kanyon Doe Stadium on September 6th. Following this, they will confront Zambia’s Chipolopolo on the 9th for the second match-day at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium.

Only the top two teams from each group in the AFCON 2025 qualifiers will secure a spot in the final tournament.

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is set to take place in Morocco from December 2025 to January 2026.

Ghanaian defender Derrick Köhn pleased to join Werder Bremen
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Defender Derrick Köhn pleased to join Werder Bremen

German team Werder Bremen has signed defender Derrick Köhn on loan from Turkish club Galatasaray Istanbul for a year. Both clubs agreed on an option to buy him permanently after the loan deal.

Born in Germany, Köhn is of Ghanaian descent and said he is excited to join Werder Bremen, a club he admires, and looks forward to playing for them. He described himself as a fast and athletic player who enjoys defending – as well as making offensive moves such as scoring goals and providing assists.

Werder Bremen’s head coach, Ole Werner, is pleased with the signing and believes Köhn will bring valuable qualities to the team. The 25-year-old defender has previously played for Hamburger SV, FC Bayern’s youth team, and Willem II in the Dutch Eredivisie.

Before joining Galatasaray, Köhn played for Hannover 96 in the German 2nd division, where he made 56 competitive appearances and – scored 8 goals. Since moving to the Turkish Süper Lig in February 2024, he has played 14 games and scored 1 goal for Galatasaray.

Cape Verde lineup 24-man squad for Egypt & Mauritania
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Cape Verde lineup 24-man squad for Egypt & Mauritania

Cape Verde’s coach, Pedro Bubista, has revealed the 24 players who will compete in the AFCON Morocco 2025 qualifiers.

The team is set for vital Afcon qualification ties against Egypt on September 6 in Cairo before engaging Mauritania on September 10 at the National Stadium of Praia.

The experienced squad includes familiar players like goalkeeper Josimar Dias (Vozinha) and forward Ryan Mendes, both known for their pivotal roles in Cape Verde’s recent performances.

Preparations for the matches will start in Cairo on September 1. Cape Verde aims for strong performances in Group C.

The team faces a tough challenge in their first match against Egypt, a strong team in African football, on September 6 at Cairo International Stadium.

Egypt’s talented roster, including Premier League stars, makes the qualification process challenging.

Coach Pedro Bubista has chosen a balanced squad, combining experienced veterans with emerging talents, for these important fixtures.

Goalkeeper Vozinha, from GD Chaves in Portugal, is expected to provide stability in defence, while Ryan Mendes, currently with Kocaelispor in Turkey, will bolster the team’s attacking abilities.

Listed below is the Cape Verdian sqaud for AFCON qualifiers in September.

Goalkeepers:

  • Josimar Dias ‘Vozinha’ (GD Chaves/Portugal)
  • Bruno Varela (Vitória SC/Portugal)
  • Dylan Silva (FC Sportist/Bulgaria)

Defenders:

  • Roberto Lopes ‘Pico’ (Shamrock Rovers/Ireland)
  • Edilson Borges ‘Diney’ (Al Bataeh/UAE)
  • Logan Costa (Villarreal/Spain)
  • Dylan Tavares (Bastia/France)
  • Steven Moreira (Columbus Crew/USA)
  • Kelvin Pires ‘Djack’ (SJK/Finland)
  • Wagner Pina (Estoril Praia/Portugal)

Midfielders:

  • Patrick Andrade (Qarabag/Azerbaijan)
  • João Paulo Fernandes (Sheriff/Moldova)
  • Deroy Duarte (Ludogorets/Bulgaria)
  • Kevin Pina (FK Krasnodar/Russia)
  • Laros Duarte (Puskás Akadémia FC/Hungary)
  • David Tavares (Gloria Buzau/Romania)
  • Diogo Mendes (Rapid Bucuresti/Romania)

Forwards:

  • Ryan Mendes (Kocaelispor/Turkey)
  • Willy Semedo (Omonia/Cyprus)
  • Gilson Benchimol (Akron Togliatti/Russia)
  • Helio Varela (Gent/Belgium)
  • Dailon Livramento (Hellas Verona/Italy)
  • Patrick Fernandes (Marítimo/Portugal)
  • Fabricio Garcia (Estoril Praia/Portugal)
Gernot Rohr names Benin squad for AFCON doubleheader
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Gernot Rohr names Benin squad for AFCON doubleheader

Benin’s national football team coach, Gernot Rohr, has picked his 25-player squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations 2025 qualifiers.

The team, known as the Cheetahs of Benin, has important matches in the race to Morocco 2025. They’ll play against Nigeria on September 7, 2024, at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, followed by a match against Libya on September 10 at the Félix-Houphouët Boigny Stadium in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.

These matches mark the start of Benin’s journey in the AFCON Morocco 2025 qualifiers. Rohr’s squad includes experienced players and promising new talent as they aim to secure crucial points in these early fixtures.

Among the 25 players selected are two debutants: Coton FC defender Souleymane Sika Bachirou and Banigansé FC midfielder Attidjekou Samadou, both eager to make their mark on the international stage.

In a welcome return, Burnley striker Andreas Hountondji is back in the squad after missing Benin’s last two matches. His addition strengthens their attack ahead of facing Nigeria and Libya.

Rohr’s decision to bring back Hountondji shows the coach’s commitment to fielding a competitive team as Benin seeks to qualify for its third Africa Cup of Nations.

Gernot Rohr names Benin squad for AFCON doubleheader
Gernot Rohr names Benin squad for AFCON doubleheader
Ghana Black Stars squad for AFCON qualifiers revealed
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Ghana Black Stars squad for AFCON qualifiers revealed

Otto Addo, the Head Coach of the Black Stars, has revealed the 23-man squad for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Angola and Niger.

Following their successful performances in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers with wins over Mali and the Central African Republic, the Black Stars are gearing up for the AFCON qualifiers.

Kingsley Schindler, Inaki Williams, and Majeed Ashimeru return to the team. Captain Andre Ayew and Daniel Amartey are excluded.

The West Africans are to start their 2025 AFCON qualifying campaign with a match against Angola on September 5 at the Baba Yara Stadium, followed by a match against Niger on September 10.

The players are required to report by Monday, September 2, 2024, to commence their preparations for the AFCON qualifiers. 

Coach Otto Addo has mainly maintained the core group of players, with familiar faces such as Thomas Partey, Kudus Mohammed, Jordan Ayew, Lawrence Ati-Zigi, and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku continuing to be part of the squad.

Big football is back: the challenge for Serie A, Bundesliga & Premier League
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The challenge for Serie A, Bundesliga & Premier League

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Inter v Atalanta: the Nerazzurri’s struggle

The Black and Blues clash is always intriguing, both on and off the pitch.

Last season’s top scorer and Inter captain, Lautaro Martinez, was injured in the match against Genoa, missed the game with Lecce, and may not have time to recover for the Serie A third round.

It is a big loss for his team: Inter is still far from ideal and has got 4 points in the first two rounds. Atalanta had a great start, beating Lecce 4-0 at home, but then suffered a 1-2 defeat to Torino.

Gasperini also has personnel problems before the match with the champions – Giorgio Scalvini, Gianluca Scamacca, and Sead Kolašinac will not play.

But even with less-than-optimal lineups, Inter and Atalanta can show top-level football, and we recommend that you do not miss this spectacle.

Odds: W1 – 1.72, Х – 4.295, W2 – 4.97

Bayer Leverkusen v RB Leipzig: title contenders match

Both teams earned 3 points in the Bundesliga first round. Bayer had some problems beating Borussia Mönchengladbach away.

The Pharmacists were leading 2-0 but lost their advantage and heroically snatched victory thanks to Florian Wirtz’s efforts in the 90+11th minute.

The Alonso-time rule still works, but it doesn’t make things easier for Gladbach fans. RB Leipzig secured a narrow home win against Bochum. Central defender Willi Orban received a red card late in the game and will miss the match against Bayer.

An exciting clash of coaching philosophies awaits us at the BayArena on August 31. Who will be stronger – Marco Rose’s counter-pressing or Xabi Alonso’s intelligent and balanced football?

Odds: W1 – 1.879, Х – 4,26, W2 – 4.025

Manchester United v Liverpool: Premier League north-west derby On September 1, the most titled teams in England will play at Old Trafford.

Manchester United conducted a powerful transfer campaign and strengthened all lines except the goalkeeper. On the contrary, Liverpool was the most passive club on the market and entered the season with an old squad.

Arne Slot made a confident debut in the EPL: his team beat league newcomer Ipswich away (0-2) and earned 3 points at Anfield Road in the match against Brentford (2-0).

Erik ten Hag did not start so well: in the first rounds, Manchester United finished off Fulham (1-0) and lost to Brighton (1-2), although the Red Devils deserved a better result based on their game. The Premier League north-west derby will become even more important, as now the clubs are managed by coaches from the Netherlands.

Erik ten Hag and Arne Slot are well acquainted from the Eredivisie, and each will want to surprise their counterpart.

Odds: W1- 3.9, Х – 4.115, W2 – 1.9

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Kamboi Eagles and Star Sport Academy have been promoted to the Sierra Leone Premier League.
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Kamboi Eagles and Star Sport promoted to the Premier League

Kamboi Eagles and Star Sports Academy have been promoted to the Sierra Leone Premier League for the 2024/25 season.

A year after their relegation, Kamboi Eagles secured their top-tier league spot with a convincing 3-1 victory over Masoya FC at Wusum Field in Makeni City.

On the other hand, Star Sport Academy is set to mark its debut in the elite Sierra Leone men’s league with a notable 1-0 win over Abacha FC.

At the Wusum ground, Masoya FC and Abacha FC are battling for third place, with both teams still having a chance to compete for the final spot on Saturday.

This upcoming match holds significant importance for both teams as they look to conclude their season positively and potentially secure a spot in the prestigious elite league for the first time.

The performances of Kamboi Eagles and Star Sports Academy highlight their talent and determination in securing their promotions, laying the groundwork for an action-packed upcoming season in the Sierra Leone Premier League.

A year after their relegation, Kamboi Eagles secured their top-tier league spot with a convincing 3-1 victory over Masoya FC at Wusum Field in Makeni City.
A year after their relegation, Kamboi Eagles secured their top-tier league spot with a convincing 3-1 victory over Masoya FC at Wusum Field in Makeni City.
Salernitana midfielder Yayah Kallon sent off after a second yellow
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Salernitana midfielder Yayah Kallon sent off after second yellow

Yayah Kallon, a midfielder for Salernitana, received two yellow cards during their 3-2 victory over Sampdoria in Serie B.  At the Arechi Stadium, Salernitana defeated Sampdoria in an intense match.

The Sierra Leone-born was sent off at the 95th minute for diving. Kallon pretended to be touched by a Sampdoria defender while leading a Salernitana attack. The referee quickly showed him the second yellow card.

The goals were scored as follows: Salernitana took the lead with a goal from Simeon Tochukwu Nwankwo before Sampdoria equalized. Sampdoria then took the lead with a goal from Massimo Coda in the 21st minute, assisted by Tutino.

Salernitana managed to equalize and eventually scored the winning goal. Their next league match is against Mantova on Sunday, September 4th.

Fashion Sakala Jr out of Zambia squad for AFCON qualifiers
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Fashion Sakala Jr out of Zambia squad for AFCON qualifiers

Zambia’s Saudi Arabia-based forward, Fashion Sakala Jr, has been left out of the 27-man Chipolopolo squad for the consecutive 2025 AFCON qualifiers due to a previous disagreement with the coach, Avram Grant, Israel’s football manager.

Despite the absence of their first-choice striker, Patson Daka, who is nursing an injury, Sakala has not been selected.

Sakala, who plays for Al Feiha, accused the coach of biased selection earlier this year. He had an impressive season last year, scoring 22 goals in all competitions.

Zambia will play Ivory Coast in Bouake on September 6th and then host Sierra Leone in Ndola on September 10th. The third and fourth match days will be between October 7-15, with Zambia facing Chad in back-to-back games.

The final two matches will take place in the November window, with Zambia facing Ivory Coast and Sierra Leone. The top two countries in each group will qualify for the 35th edition in Morocco, scheduled from December 21st, 2025, to January 18th, 2026.

Ex-Gambia boss Tom Saintfiet appointed as new Mali coach
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Ex-Gambia boss Tom Saintfiet appointed as new Mali coach

Tom Saintfiet, the former head coach of Gambia, has been chosen to lead Mali’s national football team following his appointment by the Malian Football Federation (Femafoot).

Saintfiet’s contract is for two years, with the possibility of an extension. Expectations are high for him to lead the team to the semi-finals of AFCON 2025 in Morocco and secure Mali’s qualification for the 2026 World Cup.

This announcement comes after considering six candidates for the position, including well-known names such as Antonio Conceiçao, Hector Cùper, and Pitso Mosimane.

Mali will start their crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign next month against Mozambique and Eswatini.

Saintfiet is experienced in African football, having previously managed Namibia, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Malawi, Togo, and notably – Gambia. His immediate task will be to assess the squad and prepare a strategy for the upcoming qualifiers.

The Belgian coach comes to a team with talented players from some of the top leagues in the world. With upcoming qualifiers against Mozambique on September 6th in Bamako and Eswatini on September 9th in Mbombela, South Africa, there is a lot of anticipation for his impact.