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Midfielder Rodney Michael opens Safa SC account in Lebanon
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Midfielder Rodney Michael opens Safa SC account in Lebanon

Sierra Leone International Rodney Michael scored his first goal for the Lebanese Pro side Safa SC in their 4-1 victory over Racing Beirut on Saturday.

It was an impressive start for the midfielder, who was awarded the Man of the Match on his debut after a goal and assist.

In the previous season, he played for PO Xylotymbou in Cyprus. On March 22, 2022, Michael moved from Tormenta to the USL Championship side Indy Eleven.

He later left Indy Eleven after the 2022 season. In February 2023, Michael signed with FK Mornar of the Montenegrin First League.

Sierra Leone's Josh Koroma nets in Huddersfield defeat
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Sierra Leone’s Josh Koroma nets in Huddersfield defeat

Sierra Leone International Josh Koroma was on target as Northampton secured a significant 3-1 away victory against Huddersfield, marking their first win since February.

The match saw Northampton benefit from an own goal by Huddersfield in the 18th minute, followed by a well-executed counter-attack resulting in a goal by Cameron McGeehan.

Despite a disallowed goal early in the second half, Northampton extended their lead with another goal from Tariqe Fosu.

Huddersfield showed resilience in the final 10 minutes, scoring a goal and earning a penalty that led to a second yellow card for Akin Odimayo.

However, Huddersfield’s hopes of a comeback were dashed when Lee Burge saved the penalty, securing Northampton’s victory.

Three more teams progress to the CAF Confederation Cup group stage
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Three more teams progress to the CAF Confederation Cup group stage

On Saturday, three additional teams advanced to the group stage of the 2024-25 CAF Confederation Cup. Angolan top-tier side Lunda Sul, Tunisian side CS Sfaxien, and Algeria’s CS Constantine secured their spots after winning their second-round, second-leg qualifying matches.

In Angola, Lunda Sul lost 2-1 against South African team Sekhukhune United in Polokwane. However, Guilherme’s 36th-minute goal helped Lunda Sul advance on the away goal rule.

In Tunisia, CS Sfaxien defeated Rukinzo from Burundi with a 1-0 victory, securing a 2-0 aggregate win. Firas Sekkouhi scored the only goal in the second half.

Meanwhile, CS Constantine of Algeria also won 1-0 at home against Nsoatreman of Ghana, securing a 3-0 aggregate triumph. Ben Shaa scored an early goal for CS Constantine.

The Confederation Cup continues today, Sunday, September 22, with 10 matches scheduled across the continent. Notable teams in action include Enyimba, ASEC Mimosas, AS Vita, Simba SC, and USM Alger.

CAF Confederation Cup results, Saturday 21 September

Sekhukhune United 2-1 CD Lunda Sul – 2-2on aggregate, Lunda Sul won on away goals

CS Constantine 1-0 Nsoatreman – Constantine won 3-0 on aggregate

CS Sfaxien 1-0 Rukinzo – Sfaxien won 2-0 on aggregate

Sierra Leone through U20 semis after win over Guinea-Bissau
by @football_sierra

Sierra Leone through to U20 semis after win over Guinea-Bissau

In the AFCON U-20 WAFU A qualifiers at the SKD Annex Field in Monrovia, defender Nathaniel Jalloh scored a crucial 45th-minute goal, securing Sierra Leone U-20 a spot in the semifinals with a 1-0 victory over a struggling 10-man Guinea-Bissau team.

Guinea Bissau’s team, the Young Djourtous, had already been eliminated after losing their first two matches, but they played for pride in the last encounter.

Their situation worsened when they were reduced to 10 men following a red card in the second half.

As a result, Sierra Leone topped Group A with 7 points, followed by Guinea with 5 points.

A victory in the semifinals will ensure the Shooting Stars’ participation in the upcoming African Cup of Nations U-20 category.

The National U-20 Skipper, Sallieu Bah, was awarded Man of the Match for exceptional performance.

In a post-match conference, Sierra Leone U-20 Head Coach Mohamed Lamin Kamara expressed his confidence and trust in his team, emphasizing the importance of the upcoming semifinal match as a crucial moment for their AFCON U-20 aspirations.

“We are now focusing on our preparations for the semifinals,” Coach Kamara stated. “Our semifinal encounter is one of the most important matches for us, as it determines our hope to qualify for the AFCON U-20.”

The Shooting Stars are now gearing up for what promises to be a pivotal match in their journey.

The National U-20 Skipper, Sallieu Bah, was awarded Man of the Match for exceptional performance.
The National U-20 Skipper, Sallieu Bah, was awarded Man of the Match for exceptional performance.
Confederation Cup: Stade Malien, Zamalek and Berkane progress
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Confederation Cup: Stade Malien, Zamalek and Berkane progress

On Friday, three clubs – Stade Malien, Zamalek, and RS Berkane – became the first trio of clubs to advance into the group stage of the CAF Confederation Cup after winning their second-round qualifying ties.

Stade Malien won 3-1 against Paynesville in Bamako, overturning a 1-0 first-leg deficit with goals from Moctar Cisse, Soumaila Magassouba, and Souleymane Drame.

Despite a goal from Mark Paye for the visitors, Stade Malien advanced 3-2 on aggregate. Zamalek beat Police FC 2-1 in Cairo, adding to their 1-0 first-leg advantage.

Goals from Zizo and Nasser Maher secured a 3-1 aggregate victory for Zamalek, with Jesse Was scoring a consolation goal for Police FC. RS Berkane secured a commanding 5-0 victory over Dadje, adding to their 2-0 first-leg triumph.

Haytam Manaout, Mateus Criciuma, Ayoub Khairi, and Issoufou Dayo all scored for RS Berkane, who won 7-0 on aggregate.

The Confederation Cup continues today with three matches: Sekhukhune United v CD Lunda Sul, CS Constantine v Nsoatreman, and CS Afaxien v Rukinzo.

CAF Confederation Cup results from Friday’s 20 September:

Stade Malien 3-1 Paynesville – Stade Malien won 3-2 on aggregate

Zamalek 2-1 Police FC – Zamalek won 3-1 on aggregate

RS Berkane 5-0 Dadje – RS Berkane won 7-0 on aggregate