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Juma Bah's excellent form continues as Valladolid beat Valencia
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Juma Bah excellent form continues as Valladolid beat Valencia

Sierra Leone’s Juma Bah played well in defence as Real Valladolid won 1-0 against Valencia CF in La Liga on Friday. The 18-year-old was making his thirteen appearances since his arrival in Spain.

This important win helps Real Valladolid move off the bottom of the league table as they try to avoid relegation. Moroccan forward Anuar scored the only goal with a great individual effort in the 19th minute.

Anuar said on DAZN, “It’s a sense of relief because we needed the three points. It felt like a final, and fortunately, we managed to come out on top.“

Valladolid’s Juanmi Latasa was sent off with 12 minutes left after a video review showed he used his elbow. Despite being one player down, the home team held on for the win against a struggling opponent.

This victory is a much-needed boost for caretaker coach Álvaro Rubio; it was his first win since replacing Paulo Pezzolano, who was fired in early December. Valencia now sits at the bottom of the table, with only two wins in their last 15 league games, but they have two games in hand.

Sierra Leone's Mohamed Kamara Signs Loan Deal in Tanzania
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Sierra Leone’s Mohamed Kamara Signs Loan Deal in Tanzania

In contrast to the widespread rumours about a contract termination, Singida Black Stars, a top-tier football club in Tanzania, has confirmed a loan deal for Sierra Leone international goalkeeper Mohamed Kamara.

Kamara will join Pamba Jiji FC in the Tanzania top tier as he bids for regular football when the registration window opens on December 15, 2024.

“It’s an amazing feeling. I want to be a regular player and help my team wherever I am playing, so a move to get game time is productive” .”Kamara to FSL Media.

“I’ve spent six months in Tanzania with Singida, and everything was going well until after the pre-season. However, I was out for three weeks due to an injury. After being away from football for a month, the next goalkeeper took my place and has been in great form.”

The second choice has been performing exceptionally well, making it difficult for any coach to change a successful player. Instead of remaining on the bench, I request a loan move for regular playing time.

The former East End Lions keeper gained significant attention for his outstanding performance against Algeria in Sierra Leone’s opening match of the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations. He was named Man of the Match after securing a 0-0 draw against the defending champions.

Mohamed Kamara began his career with Sierra Leonean club FC Johansen, where he played for one season before moving to East End Lions, where he spent three years.

On May 22, 2022, Guinean club Horoya AC announced that they had signed him to a two-year contract until 2024.

The 25-year-old goalkeeper was recognized as Man of the Match when his team, Sierra Leone, played to a 0-0 draw against Algeria during the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations.

Amadou Bakayoko's Hokkaido Sapporo relegated from J1 League
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Amadou Bakayoko’s Hokkaido Sapporo relegated from J1 League

Sierra Leone international Amadou Bakayoko, who plays for J-League side Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo, faced relegation despite the team’s 1-0 victory over Kashiwa Reysol on the final day of the season.

Sapporo had already been confirmed for relegation following poor form as they only managed nine wins of 38 league encounters.

However, on the final game of the season, they put up a strong fight with Tomoki Kondo scoring the decisive goal for a full three points.

Bakayoko, who joined Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo on July 28, 2024, managed to score only one goal in nine appearances in all competitions due to limited playing time.

He made his debut on August 16 as a substitute and scored his first goal from the penalty spot in a 5-3 win over Sagan Tosu.

Title wrap-up: Vissel are champions again

Vissel Kobe 3, Shonan Bellmare 0

Vissel Kobe knew that a win would secure them the title, and they certainly delivered a remarkable performance. Taisei Miyashiro, Yoshinori Muto, and Takahiro Ogihara each scored, igniting celebrations in Kobe.

Gamba Osaka 3, Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1

Sanfrecce Hiroshima entered the match needing a win to have any chance at claiming the league title. However, Isa Sakamoto scored his first of two goals in the 13th minute, paving the way for Gamba Osaka to secure a decisive victory. This win earned Gamba a fourth-place finish, qualifying them for the AFC Champions League Two next year.

Kashima Antlers 3, FC Machida Zelvia 1

FC Machida Zelvia faced long odds for the title on the final day and needed a victory to keep their hopes alive. However, Shu Morooka and Yuta Higuchi scored early, putting Kashima Antlers two goals ahead within the first 16 minutes. Kashima concluded their season on a high note with this victory.

Mustapha Bundu nets as Plymouth battle Championship relegation under Rooney
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Mustapha Bundu nets as Plymouth battles relegation under Rooney

Sierra Leone International was on target as Swansea City increased the pressure on Plymouth Argyle with a 2-1 victory at Home Park. The victory means Swansea ended Plymouth’s six-match unbeaten home run as Wayne Rooney’s side slipped to 23rd in the Championship.

Jay Fulton opened the scoring for Swansea with a composed finish just before halftime in the 44th minute, in a first half that was largely balanced between the two teams.

Following the break, Swansea doubled their lead in the 60th minute when Liam Cullen capitalized on a close-range opportunity.

Plymouth Argyle, however, responded by intensifying the contest. Mustapha Bundu, who had previously struck the woodwork in the first half, scored by heading in the rebound after Kornel Szucs’ effort hit the bar.

Despite their efforts, Plymouth was unable to find an equalizer and suffered their third consecutive defeat.

Wayne Rooney’s team currently finds itself in the Championship relegation zone, having secured only one victory in their last ten league matches.

This match also marked Bundu’s third goal of the season in sixteen appearances for the Championship.

Josh Koroma scores Huddersfield Town winner to strengthen promotion chances
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Josh Koroma scores Huddersfield’s winner to strengthen promotion chances

Sierra Leone international Josh Koroma contributed significantly to Huddersfield’s victory over Mansfield Town, as the latter faced their fifth consecutive defeat in League One.

In his sixteenth appearance of the season, Koroma scored his sixth goal, helping Huddersfield ascend to fourth place in the league standings and secure a playoff spot.

The match began with Huddersfield taking an early lead in the eighth minute. Ben Wiles scored, finding the net off the inside of the near post after an impressive run and low cross from the left delivered by Josh Koroma.

Mansfield equalized in the 31st minute when Jacob Chapman parried a header from Aden Flint, stemming from an Aaron Lewis corner, which allowed Will Evans to strike the rebound into the goal.

However, the visitors quickly regained the lead within two minutes. Jose Koroma could chase down a long ball and skillfully directed his shot across Christy Pym, placing it into the far corner of the net.

In the last of four added minutes at the end of the first half, Mansfield nearly equalized again when George Maris struck the post with a low shot from 20 yards.

Mansfield experienced a moment of fortune when Tom Lees directed a close-range free header directly at Pym in the 51st minute, following a free-kick taken by Ben Wiles. Shortly thereafter, Mansfield came close to scoring again as Chapman made two swift saves from attempts by Keanu Baccus and Aaron Lewis.

In the 62nd minute, Flint prevented a goal by clearing a shot from Michal Helik off the line during a corner kick. As the match approached its conclusion, Lees inadvertently headed the ball against his own crossbar during the last of five added minutes. Despite mounting pressure from Mansfield, Huddersfield managed to secure their fourth consecutive victory.