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Sierra Stars Secures first win in U17 AFCON Qualifiers

By: Umaro Saidu Turay Makeni Northern Sierra Leone . Sierra Leone's U-17 team (Sierra Stars) on Saturday evening October 26, restored their qualification hope for the next U17 African Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers in match day-2 beating Mauritania  1-0 at the Stade Lat- Dior Stadium. The decider was scored by Makeni City's born Ali Ramadan Kabia in the first half. Kabia, who's the Sierra Leone U17 team captain did score an unforgettable goal breathing in relief after their opening loss to Mali.  With the 1-0 win over Mauritania, Sierra Stars could now progress to next round of the WAFU A' Zone U17 tourney competition should they win against Guinea Bissau in their next match. For his brilliant goal, the Sierra Stars captain who playing his trade in Turkey with Antalyaspor was awarded as the player of the match against Mauritania. Speaking after the match the Sierra Stars captain Kabia  expresses thanks and appreciations to the technical team for building their confiden...

Sierra Stars Secures first win in U17 AFCON Qualifiers

By: Umaro Saidu Turay Makeni Northern Sierra Leone . Sierra Leone's U-17 team (Sierra Stars) on Saturday evening October 26, restored their qualification hope for the next U17 African Cup of Nations AFCON qualifiers in match day-2 beating Mauritania  1-0 at the Stade Lat- Dior Stadium. The decider was scored by Makeni City's born Ali Ramadan Kabia in the first half. Kabia, who's the Sierra Leone U17 team captain did score an unforgettable goal breathing in relief after their opening loss to Mali.  With the 1-0 win over Mauritania, Sierra Stars could now progress to next round of the WAFU A' Zone U17 tourney competition should they win against Guinea Bissau in their next match. For his brilliant goal, the Sierra Stars captain who playing his trade in Turkey with Antalyaspor was awarded as the player of the match against Mauritania. Speaking after the match the Sierra Stars captain Kabia  expresses thanks and appreciations to the technical team for building their confiden...

Sierra Stars Complete Final Training for Crucial Match Against Mauritania

​ The Sierra Leone National Under-17 team, the Sierra Stars, has wrapped up their last training session ahead of their critical encounter with Mauritania. Following a recent loss to Mali’s U-17 team, the Sierra Stars have intensified their preparation, holding match-situational training sessions at the Maniang Soumare Centre. Coach Konneh expressed optimism about his team, recognizing their hard work and determination in each session. “This match against Mauritania is a must-win for us; we understand the stakes,” he stated. “I believe in my boys, and I’m calling on all Sierra Leoneans to rally behind us. We’re determined to bounce back in tomorrow’s game.” The Sierra Stars will face off against Mauritania at 3:00 p.m. tomorrow at Stade Lat Dior. By: A lie Sesay, Media Officer, National Under-17 Team.