
"Battle-Ready Leone Stars: SLFA Unveils 21-Man Squad for Ivory Coast Clash"
The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) has made a pivotal announcement, revealing the 21-man squad set to face the Elephants of Ivory Coast on Saturday, January 6th, 2024, at the Laurent Pokou Stadium in Abidjan.
The carefully curated squad, comprising goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and strikers, reflects the strategic choices made by the coaching staff to secure victory in the upcoming clash.
**Goalkeepers:**
1. Daniel Kamara
2. Francis Koroma
**Defenders:**
3. Abubakarr Samura
4. Emmanuel Samadiya
5. Yusuf Sesay
6. Abdulai Juma Bah
7. Edward Bello Yillah
8. Saidu Mansaray
**Midfielders:**
9. Saidu Bah Kamara
10. Adebayo Black
11. Ibrahim Turay
12. Salieu Bah
13. Joseph Cleveland
14. Mohamed Fofana
15. John T. Kamara
16. Samuel Bekoe
17. Quame Quee
18. Alpha Turay
**Strikers:**
19. Musa Noah Kamara
20. Alie Conteh
21. Abu Komeh Musa
The anticipation for this face-off is heightened by the memory of the dramatic 2-2 draw in 2022 when Sierra Leone scored a last-minute equalizer against Ivory Coast at the Africa Cup of Nations.
While the squad announcement is a testament to the careful consideration of player capabilities, it also underscores the determination of Leone Stars to secure victory on foreign soil.
The clash against Ivory Coast holds significant importance for both teams, making this squad announcement a crucial moment for Sierra Leonean football enthusiasts. As the nation eagerly awaits the outcome, the SLFA's strategic selection aims to bring pride and success to Leone Stars in this high-stakes encounter.
This announcement sets the stage for an exciting match, and fans are eagerly counting down the days until the Leone Stars take the field at the Laurent Pokou Stadium.