Author: Alie Bittar @bittar32

Plymouth Argyle attacker Mustapha Bundu made a return from a hamstring injury in the 2-0 win over Sunderland on Saturday.
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Mustapha Bundu returns from injury in win against Sunderland

Plymouth Argyle attacker Mustapha Bundu made a return from a hamstring injury in the 2-0 win over Sunderland on Saturday.

Bundu has been out since he limped off in their 3-2 defeat at Ipswich Town on October 28. MRI scan confirmed that Sierra Leone International suffered a grade two hamstring strain.

Bundu replaced Ben Waine in the 73rd minute as Plymouth Argyle won for the first time in a month.

Goals from Morgan Whittaker and Finn Azaz were enough to see off their visitors. Morgan Whittaker’s excellent strike gave the hosts the lead before Finn Azaz finished well to double the lead.

On 25th October, Mustapha Bundu opened his Plymouth Argyle as they returned to winning ways at Home Park with a 3-0 victory over Sheffield Wednesday.

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Benchikha appointed Simba coach after Oliveira exit
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Simba appoint Algerian Abdelhak Benchikha as head coach

Tanzanian giants Simba SC have confirmed the appointment of Algerian Abdelhak Benchikha as their new head coach.

The Reds of Msimbazi announced their new boss via Facebook with a welcoming message, “Welcome to our new coach, Abdelhak Benchikha.”

Benchikha will kick start his Simba reign after the dismissal of Brazilian Roberto Oliveira. Last season, Benchikha guided Algerian club USM Alger to TotalEnergies Confederation Cup glory. 

Simba ended Oliveira’s 18-month tenure after a disappointing African Super League elimination by Al Ahly last month.

The Algerian first task ended in a 1-1 draw against ASEC Mimosa

in the TotalEnergies Champions League encounter on Saturday. 

Benchikha had a success story with USM Alger after he delivered a continental trophy. 

Hopefully, their new technician can replicate USM Alger’s success after recent setbacks.

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Mohamed Sankoh helps Heracles Almelo with hat-trick
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Mohamed Sankoh nets first Heracles Almelo hat-trick

Sierra Leone native Mohamed Sankoh helped Heracles thrash Almere City 5-0 in the Eredivisie week thirteen as they moved up to tenth position on Sunday.

Mohamed Sankoh scored a hattrick and his fourth of the season as Abed Nankishi enhanced their victory with a brace.

Sankoh, 20, was in the right place at the right time to open the scoring in the 4th minute before his double in the second half.

The home side was caught off guard as they tried to increase the pressure. Sankoh doubled the visitors lead in the 64th minute. Anas Ouahim won the ball and played Sankoh through. The striker moved in control to finish the move.

Almere City barely recovered from the blow when Heracles Almelo scored their third through A. Nankishi.

A. Nanki’s double came in the 71st minute as Sankoh put the icing on the cake with his first hattrick for the club since joining on loan from Stuggart.

The striker was sent into the depth again and neatly pushed the ball past Nordin Bakker, who had run out.

Sankoh On 1 September 2023, join the Netherlands side Heracles Almelo on loan.

Heracles’ next outing is against Sparta Rotterdam in round fourteen of the Eredivisie season next Saturday at their Erve Asito stadium.

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David Sesay was in action for Weymouth last season.
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Defender David Sesay pens Eastbourne deal

Defender David Sesay, who was named in Sierra Leone’s squad for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, is ready for a new adventure with National League South club Eastbourne Borough.

The club announced that they are delighted to announce the signing of David Sesay, 25, from Weymouth.

Sesay, who came through the academy at Watford, where he spent eleven years before being released in 2018, is excited to join the Sports.

“I’m excited for the move as they club set an ambitious goal,” Sesay to Football Sierra Leone.

“I delighted to be part of their exciting plans, hopefully, we can push for promotion togther.”

The Sierra Leone international joined Weymouth on loan for the second half of the 2022/23 season before making that move permanent over the summer.

Sesay played an integral role in what the Terras dubbed ‘Tashe Great Escape’ in beating the drop to Step 3 on the final day of the season.

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Daniel Kanu in action for Sierra Leone in the 2-0 defeat to Egypt
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Charlton Athletic striker Daniel Kanu on his Sierra Leone debut 

On Sunday, Cheltenham striker Daniel Kanu came off the bench with 30 minutes remaining against Mo Salah’s Egypt in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification as Sierra Leone suffered a 2-0 defeat – an admirable result considering they finished with nine men and played with ten men for 60 minutes.

Kanu, who joined Southern United on a short-term loan from Charlton Athletic on 6 October 2023, was pleased with the International experience.

“It was an honour to make my debut for my country – something I’ve been looking forward to for a long time. I really enjoyed the opportunity to play at such a big stage being the World Cup qualifiers,” Kanu to Football Sierra Leone.

“My debut means a lot to me as a player as it created a memory to cherish for a long time. I wish to create more memories as I continue representing the country. 

On His development 

“The aim right now is to continue to develop as a player – to be able to give more and more for my team and the country.

It was my first time away representing my nation, so I was very excited and optimistic about what was to come. I was welcomed very well by all the players and staff – they all made me feel at home.”

He added, “I enjoyed being around the team as there was such a great vibe about them. Overall, it was a great experience as I’m very proud and grateful to have been blessed with the opportunity.”

The 5ft 11in attacker joined Charlton Athletic at U11 level and penned his first professional contract in February 2022.

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