Leone Stars Target Friendly Series Sweep Against Liberia

Leone Stars Target Friendly Series Sweep Against Liberia

Sierra Leone’s national football team, the Leone Stars, aims to secure consecutive victories over regional rivals Liberia in the second leg of their international friendly series. The match is scheduled for Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at the Samuel Kanyon Doe (S.K.D.) Sports Complex in Monrovia.

The upcoming fixture follows Sierra Leone’s narrow 1-0 victory in the series opener at the Southern Arena in Bo City. Defender Abdul Jarju Kabia’s decisive second-half goal secured the win, marking a successful debut for new head coach Didier Gomes Da Rosa.

This two-match series, organized during the June FIFA international window, serves as a critical assessment period for both nations as they prepare for upcoming continental qualifiers, including the Africa Cup of Nations. For Sierra Leone, the match offers an opportunity to build on the tactical discipline and defensive stability demonstrated in Bo, while reinforcing the positive momentum established under Coach Da Rosa’s new leadership.

Liberia’s team, the Lone Star, will be seeking redemption on home soil. Under the guidance of coach Mohammed Adil Erradi, the team is focused on improving their performance following their defeat in the opening encounter.

Matches between these two Mano River Union neighbors are historically competitive. The series carries additional significance beyond the friendly status, as both sides look to solidify regional standing and evaluate squad depth. Fans in Monrovia and beyond are expected to closely follow this latest chapter in the enduring West African football rivalry.

Match Details:

• Fixture: Liberia vs. Sierra Leone

• Competition: International Friendly

• Date: Tuesday, June 9, 2026

• Venue: S.K.D. Sports Complex, Monrovia

• Kick-off: 6:30 p.m. local time