Sierra Leone U-17 Girls Ignite WAFU A Campaign with Thrilling Victory Over Senegal
- Abdul Kabia
- Sep 18
- 2 min read
The Sierra Leone U-17 girls' national team announced their arrival at the inaugural WAFU Zone A tournament with a pulsating 2-1 triumph over formidable Senegal at the SKD Stadium on Wednesday, September 17. This hard-fought victory provides a significant boost for the young Sierra Leonean squad as they embark on their quest for regional glory.
The opening match was a captivating affair, with both sides showcasing moments of impressive individual skill and tactical discipline. The deadlock was ultimately broken in the 18th minute by a moment of sheer brilliance. Marian Sankoh, demonstrating exceptional vision and precision, unleashed a spectacular free-kick that curled majestically past the Senegalese goalkeeper, sending the Sierra Leonean contingent into raptures.
However, Senegal, true to their reputation, quickly regrouped and found an equalizer through Ndeye Haby Barro. The momentum appeared to be shifting, but Sierra Leone, exhibiting commendable resilience, refused to yield.
The hero of the day emerged in the 78th minute when Sarah Turay, displaying composure under pressure, latched onto a loose ball and expertly dispatched it into the back of the net, sealing a memorable 2-1 victory for Sierra Leone.
"This is an absolutely massive result for us," beamed the Sierra Leone head coach after the final whistle. "The girls demonstrated incredible character and unwavering determination throughout the match. Marian's goal was a piece of pure magic, and it provided us with the crucial momentum we needed to push for the win. Sarah's late goal was a testament to our team's indomitable fighting spirit."
The crucial win places Sierra Leone in a strong position as they now prepare for their highly anticipated clash against host nation Liberia on Friday, September 19, at the very same venue. A victory against Liberia would undoubtedly propel their chances of advancing to the next stage of the tournament.
With their dreams firmly in sight, these young stars of Sierra Leone are unequivocally determined to bring honor to their nation and return home adorned with laurels. The journey has just begun, and the excitement is palpable.
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