Striker Kei Kamara hangs up his boots, announcing retirement
Seasoned forward Kei Kamara has formally declared his retirement from professional football, therefore ending an amazing career spanning almost two decades. Major League Soccer’s second all-time top scorer has been hailed as a proven goal-poacher. The Sierra Leone international said he had “hung up his boots”, ending a career marked by longevity, resilience, and regular […]
Violence halts Sierra Leone FA Cup clash, raising security concerns
Last Sunday evening Orange Sierra Leone FA Cup quarter-final between East End Lions and Star Sports Academy was eventually abandoned after crowd violence erupted, prompting the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) to launch an investigation and vow firm disciplinary action. The high-stakes match, played at the SLFA Academy Field in Kingtom, Freetown, was halted in […]
Sierra Leone targets a fourth AFCON appearance as 2027 dates confirmed
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has set June 19 to July 17, 2027, for the next Africa Cup of Nations, launching a qualification race that could see Sierra Leone secure a historic fourth appearance at the continental showpiece. The tournament, branded as “PAMOJA 2027” which means “together”, will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and […]
Sullay Kaikai and Cambridge United secure League One promotion
Sierra Leone International Sullay Kaikai and his team, Cambridge United, earned automatic promotion from League Two. This happened despite Ben Knight missing a penalty in a goalless draw against Crewe. Kaikai has returned to the Club for a second stint, having previously made 30 appearances for the U’s on loan during the 2014/15 season. In […]
Ismaila Sarr helps Crystal Palace close in on Conference League final
Ismaila Sarr scored the fastest goal in Conference League history to help Crystal Palace beat Shakhtar Donetsk 3-1 in the first leg of their semi-final tie. Sarr found the net just 21 seconds into the match in Poland after receiving a pass from Jean-Philippe Mateta. Shakhtar controlled possession afterward but struggled to create clear chances. […]
Sierra Leone Women’s team not listed for Africa’s 2028 Olympic Qualifiers
Sierra Queens of Sierra Leone has not been listed for Africa’s qualification campaign for the women’s football tournament at the 2028 Olympic Games, following the release of a 35-team lineup by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The qualification series scheduled to run from June 2026 to December 2027, will unfold over five grueling knockout […]
Fresh Start for Sierra Leone Sport as NSA Gets New Boss
Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio has appointed Lawyer Mohamed Alphaka Conteh, Esq as Executive Director of the National Sports Authority, replacing Dr Emmanuel Saffa Abdulai in a move widely seen as a reset for the country’s sports administration. The announcement on April 30, 2026, came just days after Abdulai marked two years in office. […]
Mogbwemo Queens clinch Sierra Leone Women’s title in Dominant Fashion
Mogbwemo Queens Football Club has won the 2025/26 Marampa Mines Women’s Premier League with two matches to spare, sealing a landmark triumph that underscores their growing dominance in Sierra Leone’s women’s football. The Bonthe District-based side secured the title after an imperious campaign, remaining unbeaten in 19 of 22 matches and collecting 57 points from […]
No contest as FIFA’s Gianni Infantino is set to be re-elected
All 54 African nations have come together in a historic consensus to endorse Gianni Infantino for re-election as President of FIFA for the 2027-2031 term. This unified support follows their earlier backing in 2023, during which Infantino was re-elected by acclamation at a FIFA Congress held in Rwanda. The upcoming election is scheduled to take […]
CAF and UEFA confirm an MoU aimed at strengthening collaboration
The Confédération African Football (CAF) and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) have signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation and foster football development across Africa and Europe. This agreement, formalised by CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe and UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin in Vancouver, Canada, aims to deepen collaboration in essential […]