Leone Stars Head Coach Announces Squad for AFCON 2025 Qualifiers Against Chad and Zambia

The stage is set for Sierra Leone’s national football team, the Leone Stars, as they prepare for their final two matches in the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 qualifiers.

Head Coach Amidu Karim has announced a 24-man squad that will represent the nation in two crucial fixtures against Chad and Zambia, as the Leone Stars aim to secure their spot in the tournament.

The team will first travel to N’Djamena to face Chad on November 13th, before returning to Freetown for a decisive home game against Zambia on November 19th.

These matches are pivotal for Sierra Leone’s qualification campaign, and the squad is eager to give it their all to ensure a place in Africa’s most prestigious football competition.

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Match Dates:

November 13th: Chad vs. Leone Stars  (Away)

November 19th: Leone Stars vs. Zambia  (Home)

The Leone Stars’ squad is a mix of experienced internationals and emerging talents, with key players such as Steven Caulker, Kei Kamara, and Amadou Bakayoko leading the charge. The team’s backbone will rely on a solid defensive unit, a dynamic midfield, and a forward line capable of scoring vital goals.

Full Squad:

Goalkeepers: Mohamed N. Kamara, Isaac Caulker, Francis Koroma

Defenders: Steven Caulker, Abdul Jarjue Kabia, Emmanuel Samadiya, Nathaniel Jalloh, Yemi Dunia, Sallieu Tarawalie

Midfielders: Alusine Koroma, Ibrahim Turay, Tyresse Fornah, Ibrahim Sillah, Abu Dumbuya, Mustapha Bundu, Rodney Michael, Sulaiman Kaikai

Forwards: Amadou Bakayoko, Joshua Koroma, Augustus Kargbo, Moses Turay, Alie Conteh, Issa Kallon, Alhaji Kamara, Kei Kamara

The inclusion of veterans such as Kei Kamara, who remains one of the nation’s most prolific goal-scorers, and rising stars like Augustus Kargbo, reflects the team’s balanced approach in these crucial matches. Coach Keister has emphasized the importance of unity and determination as the team heads into these final qualifiers.

Sierra Leoneans are urged to rally behind the team as they fight for a place in AFCON 2025. The nation’s pride and passion will be on full display, with hopes high for a strong performance on the road and at home.