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Sierra Leone's Abdulai Juma Bah joins Real Valladolid on loan
by FSL News

Sierra Leone’s Juma Bah joins Real Valladolid on loan

Real Valladolid has officially announced the acquisition of young Sierra Leonean talent Abdulai Juma Bah.

“The promising 18-year-old centre-back, who previously received a call-up to the Sierra Leone senior team, will be joining Real Valladolid’s reserve team on loan from AIK Freetong,” the Spanish side noted.

This move comes after Real Valladolid and AIK Freetown successfully negotiated the transfer of Bah’s rights from Freetown, Sierra Leone.

“Standing at an impressive height of 195 centimetres, Bah’s signing is expected to fortify Real Valladolid Promesas’ defence as he embarks on a crucial stage in his career,” Real Valladolid on their new defender.

Before this, Bah underwent training at the esteemed Freetown Giant Academy and commenced his professional journey with AIK Freetown in the 2021/22 season.

Additionally, he gained valuable experience by being loaned to Freetonians SLIFA, a prominent team in the Sierra Leone Premier League his homeland, for the following two seasons.

This development signifies a significant milestone for Bah’s career trajectory.

Defender Abdul Jarjue Kabia has signed with Belarusian top-flight team Dynamo Brest until the end of 2025.
by FSL News

Sierra Leone defender Abdul Jarju Kabia moves to Belarus

Defender Abdul Jarju Kabia has signed with Belarusian top-flight team Dynamo Brest until the end of 2025.

“Dynamo Brest Football Club proudly announces the signing of Abdul Kabia, the talented central defender of the Sierra Leone national team. Kabia, 23, contract runs until the end of 2025,” the club confirmed on their web space.

Born on January 27, 2001, Kabia honed his skills at the Superstars Academy before joining the Israeli second-division teams Hapoel Ironi Nir and Hapoel Kfar Sava.

With 97 matches and two goals for the former and twenty-five games for the latter, Kabia has been a pivotal defender before his move.

Making his debut for the Sierra Leone national team in late 2023, he has played in three official matches, impressing against Ethiopia, Egypt, and Burkina Faso as part of the African qualification for the World Cup.

Already in training, Kabia set to grace the field in the blue and white uniform, donning the number 30.

The Dynamo Brest newcomer was born on January 27, 2001 (23 years old). He is a product of the Superstars Academy,
The Dynamo Brest newcomer was born on January 27, 2001 (23 years old). He is a product of the Superstars Academy,
Swedish Superettan side Sandvikens sing Jay Tee Kamara
by FSL News

Swedish Superettan side Sandvikens sign Jay Tee Kamara

Sierra Leonean attacker Jay Tee Kamara has signed for the Swedish Superettan side Sandvikens IF. “The 22-year-old came from Ljungskile and has joined us after a week of trials,” Sanvikens IF announced.

Kamara, who is the latest addition to Sanvikens IF, expressed his excitement about joining the club.

Previously, he played for Ljungskile SK in Ettan Södra for a season and a half. He has also played professional soccer in the United States and represented Sierra Leone at the youth level.

“Following a successful trial period, Jay Tee has signed an agreement with the club that extends over the rest of the season, with an option for further extension.”

Jay Tee feels at home in the club and comfortable with the team due to the presence of several African players who speak the same language.

He is impressed by Sandvikens IF’s playing style and describes it as reminiscent of Barcelona’s style of play in 2011-2012.

The former Columbus Crew 2 excels in dribbling, goal-scoring, and overall performance. Coach Eldar Abdulic praised Jay Tee’s abilities, emphasizing his proficiency in one-on-one situations, his strong left foot, and his contribution to the team’s dynamics from an advanced position on the right side of the field.

Kei Kamara helps Los Angeles beat Seattle Sounders
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Kei Kamara helps Los Angeles beat Seattle Sounders  

On Sunday, Los Angeles made history by advancing to the semifinals of the Leagues Cup for the first time in their history with a 3-0 away win over the Seattle Sounders at Lumen Field.

Ryan Hollingshead and Kei Kamara scored first-half goals, and Denis Bouanga added the third after the break, making him the all-time leading scorer in the Leagues Cup’s two-year history.

LAFC will host the Colorado Rapids in the semifinals on Wednesday, Aug. 21, at BMO Stadium. The winner will advance to the Leagues Cup Final on Sunday, Aug. 25.

LAFC took the lead within the first 20 minutes, with Maxime Chanot’s long ball finding Hollingshead, who scored in the 14th minute.

Kamara doubled the lead 11 minutes later with an acrobatic volley. In the second half, Bouanga’s goal sealed the 3-0 victory for LAFC.

Goalkeeper Hugo Lloris (in Photo with Kei) secured his third shutout in four Leagues Cup appearances.

Striker Amadou Bakayoko opens his J League account for Sapporo
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Striker Amadou Bakayoko opens his J League account for Sapporo

Sierra Leone International striker Amadou Bakayoko scored his first J-League goal as Consadole Sapporo defeated Sagan Tosu in a high-scoring match with a score of 5-3 in round 27 of the season.

Bakayoko, 28, who joined the team on a free transfer, made his debut and scored from the penalty spot in the 89th minute.

Sapporo took an early lead with a goal from Supachok in the 10th minute, followed by another goal from Yoshinari Komai in the 11th minute, and a third goal in the 16th minute, giving them a 3-0 lead in the first half.

However, Tosu fought back in the second half, scoring in the 57th minute through Akito Fukuda and then closing the gap to one point in the 60th minute with a goal from Tojiro Kubo.

Sapporo scored their fourth goal with an own goal in the 70th minute, and Bakayoko sealed the victory for Sapporo with the fifth goal from the penalty spot in the 89th minute, securing the win when Tosu was once again within one point.

Sapporo’s win earned them three points, marking their first win in three games, while Tosu suffered their fifth consecutive game without a victory.

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