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Berewuleng record first win in womens Champions League qualifiers
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Berewuleng record first win in Wafu A women’s qualifiers

On Monday, in Senegal, Berewuleng FC triumphed over RAM Kamara of Sierra Leone with a critical 1-0 win in the WAFU A Women’s Champions League Qualifiers. As the Gambian champions claimed victory, Sarah Jarju scored the only goal.

In their last match against the Senegalese side Aigles de Medina, Ram Kay must avoid defeat if they are to progress to the next stage, depending on other results.

The highlight was when Sarah Jarju scored a stunning goal that not only guaranteed the win for the Gambian team but also represented their first victory in the tournament.

Berewuleng’s chances of moving onto the next round of competition have greatly increased thanks to Jarju’s accurate strike, a product of rapid thinking and great teamwork.

Though RAM Kamara fought tirelessly to equalise, they’re unable to get through Berewuleng’s strong barrier. The Gambian side’s tenacity throughout the game has set them well for the qualifiers ahead. Berewuleng FC is with the momentum and in a good spirit going into their final two matches of the tournament.

South Africa revive qualifying hopes after win over Guinea
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South Africa revive qualifying hopes after win over Guinea

With a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Guinea in Kampala on Monday, South Africa resurrected their chances in the TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) PAMOJA 2024.

Bafana Bafana’s first tournament win came from goals by Neo Maema and Thabiso Kutumela, therefore putting them off the bottom of Group C before the ensuing game between Uganda and Niger.

After a 1-1 draw with Algeria, South Africa hoped to win, starting the day at the bottom of the group while Guinea was mending from a 3-0 defeat to co-hosts Uganda.

Maema’s first goal of the competition came in the 10th minute with a left-footed shot into the bottom corner, assisted by Kutumela. Molefi Ntseki’s team deserved this goal; from the beginning, they pressured strongly to disrupt Guinea’s defense.

Guinea equalised in the 37th minute when Moussa Camara scored from Mohamed Bangoura I’s pass, sending momentum into halftime.

In the second half, South Africa took the lead with a 54th-minute goal from Kutumela, who finished a perfect cross from Wayde Jooste. Despite multiple attempts by Guinea, including close chances from Aboubacar Bangoura and Cheick Camara, they couldn’t find the net.

The final whistle marked a victory for South Africa, who showed improved discipline and effective counterattacks, with key contributions from substitutes Tebogo Tlolane and Harold Majadibodu.

Josh Koroma nets as Leyton Orient open campaign with a win
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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.

Ram Kamara FC record first win in WAFU A CAF Champions League qualifiers
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Ram Kamara FC record first win in WAFU A women’s Champions League qualifiers

On Friday, Sierra Leone’s reigning Women’s Premier League champions, RAM Kamara FC, proudly recorded their first victory against the Malian squad USFAS on their debut trip in the CAF Women’s Champions League WAFU A qualifiers now taking place in Senegal.

Under the brilliant lights of the Annexe Abdoulaye Wade Stadium, their Malian opponents fought vehemently, but Ram Kamara demonstrated why they are the winners from Sierra Leone.

Mariam Jumu’s one goal in their second tournament helped them to get top points. She was named Women of the Match –  Four points were earned from two games as a result of their opoening draw with Liberian side Determin Girls on Tuesday.

As a result, they secured four points from two games after their opoening draw with Liberian side Determin Girls on Tuesday.

Their next match is against Berewuleng FC on Monday at the same veunue. Meanwhile, Berewulend FC suffered a 2-1 opening defeat to Aigles Medina on Friday

Ram Kamara's Mariam Jumu was named Women of the Match
Ram Kamara's Mariam Jumu was named Women of the Match
Egyptian side ZED FC Signs Sierra Leonean defender Amara Keita
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Egyptian side Zed FC sign Sierra Leonean defender Amara Keita

August 7, 2025 — Cairo, Egypt —Highlyrated Sierra Leonean defender Amara Keita from SLIFA FC has officially signed for Egyptian Premier League big players ZED FC. (ZedFc Photo)

Keita is well-known for his defensive leadership, exact tackling, and intimidating presence. As ZED FC gets ready for a much anticipated season, he adds toughness, calm, and experience to their backline; he was instrumental in SLIFA’s defence during the Sierra Leone Premier League.

“This is a proud moment for me,” Keita said during the unveiling. “I’m ready to give my all for this club and to represent Sierra Leone at the highest level.”

Official ZED FC lauded Keita, calling him “a defender who combines intelligence with physicality — precisely the kind of player we require to contend for honors.”

His agreement is another major milestone for Sierra Leonean football, drawing attention to the country’s increasing reputation for producing top players.

Keita was a member of the Sierra Leone U20 team that captured many across Africa during the U20 Cup of Nations in Egypt.

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