Aminata Fullah Impresses at WAFU A U-20 Tournament, Earns Regional Praise

Sierra Leonean FIFA-badge referee Aminata Fullah has earned widespread praise after delivering outstanding officiating performances at the recently concluded WAFU A U-20 Girls Tournament 2026 in Guinea-Bissau, further strengthening her growing reputation on the regional football stage.

Fullah played a central role in the competition, officiating two high-profile matches as centre referee and demonstrating consistency, confidence, and strong match control throughout the tournament.

Her first assignment came in the opening fixture between hosts Guinea-Bissau and Liberia, a match that ended in a 2-0 victory for Liberia. Despite the pressure of officiating the tournament opener, Fullah maintained calm authority and delivered a composed performance that earned commendation from football officials and stakeholders.

She was later entrusted with Match 7 between Senegal and Mali, where Senegal secured a commanding 4-0 win. Once again, Fullah’s officiating was marked by discipline, clear decision-making, and effective control of the game, reinforcing confidence in her abilities at regional level.

A major highlight of her participation was her selection as the face of refereeing for the competition. Her image was prominently featured on official referees’ training materials and tournament publications an achievement widely regarded as a significant recognition of her professionalism and rising profile.

Fullah’s impressive tournament run was formally crowned at the closing ceremony, where she received a medal in recognition of her contribution and consistent high-level officiating throughout the competition.

Her performance has been described as a source of national pride and inspiration for aspiring referees in Sierra Leone, particularly young women seeking to enter football officiating.

Sports stakeholders say her achievement reflects the steady progress of women’s football officiating in the country under the Sierra Leone Football Association, as more officials continue to gain

exposure on international and regional platforms.

Aminata Fullah’s success at the WAFU A U-20 Girls Tournament not only highlights her personal growth but also reinforces Sierra Leone’s growing presence in West African football officiating circles.