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by Alusine Rehme Wilson

Star Sport Academy Forced to Share Spoils with Medina United

Star Sport Academy Football Club marked their CAF Champions League debut with a barren draw against Medina FC of Gambia in the first leg of this year’s preliminary qualifying round at Southern Arena in Bo on Saturday.

The Sierra Leonean side, coached by experienced tactician Amidu Karim, created several chances but were unable to break through a disciplined Medina FC defence, leaving the two-legged tie finely balanced ahead of next week’s return leg in The Gambia.

However, Medina FC suffered a late setback when head coach Ebrima Gatta was sent off for unsporting behaviour in the second half.

Although disappointed by the result, Karim praised his players for their disciplined performance and fighting spirit, insisting that his side remains confident of progressing to the second qualifying round.

Star Sports Academy will now need a stronger attacking display in the return leg to keep their historic continental campaign alive.

Coach Amidu Karim Confident of Positive Start, Seeks Fan Support
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Coach Amidu Karim Confident of Positive Start, Seeks Fan Support

Star Sport Academy’s head coach Amidu Karim is feeling optimistic about tomorrow’s CAF Champions League clash against Gambia’s Medina United at the Southern Arena in Bo City, Sierra Leone.

He acknowledges the visitors are a strong side, but he is hopeful that his team will secure a victory and has urged home fans to rally behind them. During the pre-match press conference, Coach Karim mentioned that his squad is well-prepared after a challenging preseason.

“Knowing we are entering the competition, we have studied our opponents to identify their strengths and weaknesses, allowing us to exploit them,” Coach Karim stated. Medina United is not to be underestimated; they are a formidable team.

Being mentally and physically prepared to play at home in the first leg is a significant advantage, and we anticipate the fans will come out to support the team.

He continued, “Every game brings its own pressures, especially since we aspire to win. Medina plays quality football, presenting a challenge for us, but we are ready to face it.”

Team captain James Kai Yamba assured supporters that achieving victory is our objective and that the team feels confident going into this crucial first leg of the CAF Champions League.

“We’re playing on home turf. The fans and the nation expect us to perform well and achieve the win we need. Everyone has faith in us, so we must use that confidence wisely.”

The match is scheduled to kick off at 4:00 PM on Saturday at the Southern Province Stadium in Bo City.

Both teams are getting ready for their first match in the continental stage.
Both teams are getting ready for their first match in the continental stage.
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Mogbwemo Queens Suffer Back-to-Back Defeats

After enduring a disheartening 5-1 defeat at the hands of Gambia’s Berewuleng FC on the MBoyo Field, the Sierra Leonean Champions faced yet another setback on Monday afternoon.

They were bested 3-0 by their Guinean rivals, 𝗔𝗦 𝗕𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗔, at the DMC Faraba Stadium in Gambia. This consecutive loss has significantly dampened their aspirations for qualification in the tournament as they set to return home.

The situation is further complicated by the fact that AS Bolonta, the Guinean champions, had previously triumphed over the Gambian champions Berewuleng with a score of 2-0 in their opening match.

AS Bolonta has now won two games in a row and secured a spot in the semifinals. This puts them in a strong position as the competition continues.

Deportivo Alaves debut goal for Kumba Zainab Brima
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Deportivo Alaves debut goal for Kumba Zainab Brima

Kumba Zainab Brima scored her first goal for the Deportivo Alaves women’s team during a 2-0 win over Valencia on Sunday. This was in their first match of Liga F.

The match took place at the Medizorroza Stadium, where Alaves showcased their skills and determination throughout the game.

Brima’s goal in the 22-minute was pivotal in securing the win, and her performance contributed significantly to the team’s overall success.

The victory not only highlights Alaves’ strength on the field but also marks an exciting moment in Brima’s career as she continues to develop her impact within the squad.

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by Alusine Rehme Wilson

2026 Women’s WAFU-A: Mogbwemo Queens Suffer Heavy 5-1 Defeat in Mboyo

Mogbwemo Queens Football Club suffered a disastrous start to their 2026 WAFU-A Zone Women’s Champions League campaign on Friday, losing 5-1 to Gambia’s Berewuleng FC at the MBoyo Field.

The Sierra Leonean side trailed 1-0 at halftime after absorbing sustained pressure, but a second-half defensive collapse saw Berewuleng add four more goals, forcing the visitors to manage only a consolation.

Despite the heavy defeat, Mogbwemo Queens head coach Adama P. Suma remained confident her team can respond in their final group match. “The result was entirely unexpected, yet we’re determined to make a stronger comeback in our final group game to defend the Mogbwemo Queens badge.”

The victory puts Berewuleng top of Group B with three points and four goals, while Mogbwemo Queens sit bottom pointless.

In their final group game, Mogbwemo Queens will face Guinea’s AS Bolonta on Monday, August 31, in a must-win encounter.

The Guinean side, Bolonta, opened their campaign with a 2-0 victory over Berewuleng. The Guinean champions currently occupy the group’s second place with three points and two goals.

With qualification for the semifinals now hanging by a thread, Mogbwemo Queens must win by at least four clear goals to keep their regional title hopes alive. Otherwise, it will see them eliminated disappointingly in the group stage.