Head Coach Mohamed Lamin Kamara has officially revealed the final squad that will represent Sierra Leone in the upcoming U-20 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers (WAFU A) Tournament. The highly anticipated competition is set to take place in Monrovia, Liberia, from September 15 to 30, 2024.

The squad list features a balanced combination of goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards who have been carefully selected based on their skill, determination, and potential to excel on the international stage. The team consists of 21 players who are expected to showcase their talent and contribute to Sierra Leone’s ambition of qualifying for the Africa Cup of Nations at the U-20 level.

Goalkeepers
The goalkeeping department will be manned by Abu Bakarr Kamara and Dauda Bangura, both of whom are known for their agility and shot-stopping abilities.

Defenders
In defense, Coach Kamara has opted for a mix of experience and youth with players like Ernest Koroma, Idrissa Sesay, Nathaniel Jalloh, Edward Bello Yillah, Saidu M. Bangura, and Mohamed A. Koroma forming a strong backline.

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Midfielders
The midfield, seen as the engine room of the team, includes dynamic players such as Alpha Kabia, Abu Bakarr Sheriff, Sallieu Bah, Momoh I. Kamara, Alieu Adjust Kamara, Samba Juma Bah, Santigie Fofanah, and Mohamed Fofanah. These players are expected to provide creativity, control, and a solid link between defense and attack.

Forwards
Upfront, the team boasts a potent attacking lineup with Samuel Ghandi, Alie Ramadan Kabia, Ibrahim Kargbo, and Michael J. Kargbo, all of whom will be tasked with finding the back of the net and ensuring Sierra Leone advances in the tournament.

With the squad now confirmed, the team’s focus shifts to preparation and strategy as they gear up to take on their counterparts from across the region. Coach Kamara and his technical staff are confident that this group of players has what it takes to compete at the highest level and make Sierra Leone proud.