The Leone Stars of Sierra Leone are set to take on Djibouti today 5th June 2024 in the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. The team will also play Burkina Faso on June 10, 2024.

These matches hold immense significance for Leone Stars as they strive to secure qualification for the 2026 World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico.

The match will take place in El Jadida, Morocco, kicking off at 4 PM Sierra Leone time and 5 PM Moroccan time.

Below is Sierraloaded Predicted Line-up for the match

Mohamed Kamara [Fabianski] is expected to man the Goal Posts for the Leone Stars

DEFENDERS

Bo Ranger’s  Yusuf Sesay and Curtis Davies, the Cheltenham Town defender, may likely pair as central defenders. The two bring a wealth of experience to the team in the backline. Davies, who featured in 39 matches across all competitions last season, previously made his England debut in February 2006 against Norway U-21 and earned three caps for England under 21 from 2006 to 2007.

Former FC Kallon and American based Left -Back Emmanuel Samadiya may likely start from the Left defensive wing.

The England based Right- Back Osman Kakay can be expected to support the defense.

MIDFIELDERS

As for Sierra Leone, midfielders Abu Dumbuya, Alhassan Koroma and Ibrahim Kamil Conteh are expected to manage the Leone stars midfield in this crucial encounter.

FORWARDS

Mustapha Bundu, who missed out on the previous two matches, has been included in the squad after a commendable performance for Plymouth in the Championship in England, featuring in 28 appearances and scoring three goals during the campaign. He is expected start from the Right wing while Italian based Crotone winger Augustus Kargbo is expected to very offensive from the Left wing.

Considering his current Form Amadou Bakayoko is the most likely option to lead Sierra Leone Attack. Bakayoko joined Dundee on loan from Forest Green Rovers last season and played a crucial role in helping the Dark Blues secure a top-six finish . The Prolific striker is on  the rader of several English Clubs.

As Leone Stars gear up for these crucial qualifiers, hopes are high among fans that the selected squad will rise to the occasion and deliver strong performances to propel Sierra Leone closer to their World Cup aspirations.