Leone Stars Welcome 11 More Players Ahead of DR Congo Clash
Leone Stars’ preparations for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying encounter against DR Congo have gathered momentum following the arrival of 11 additional players in Kinshasa, bringing the number of players in camp to 21 out of the 25-man squad.
The latest arrivals include captain Osman Kakay, Juma Bah, Idris Kanu, Augustus Kargbo, Sullay Kaikai, Ali Conteh, Ra’ees Bangura-Williams, Tyrese Fornah, Alhassan Koroma, Daniel Kanu and Samuel Bekoe.
The players were welcomed at the team hotel by members of the Leone Stars delegation, including head coach Didier Gomes Da Rosa and newly appointed Leone Stars Ambassador and former captain Umar “Zangalay” Bangura.
The team is continuing its preparations ahead of Thursday’s crucial AFCON 2027 qualifying encounter against the Leopards of DR Congo.
With 21 players now in camp, the remaining four squad members are expected to arrive later today as Leone Stars move closer to having their full squad available for the fixture.
The two-legged tie presents an important challenge for Sierra Leone as the national team seeks a positive result in its bid to secure qualification for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
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