As Sierra Leone’s U-20 Shooting Stars prepare for their crucial quarterfinal match against Morocco in the TotalEnergies U-20 Africa Cup of Nations, the team received a timely boost from senior government sports officials during a visit to their hotel in Ismailia, Egypt.

Led by Minister of Sport Madam Augusta James-Teima and NSA Executive Director Dr. Emmanuel Saffa Abdulai, the visit was a clear show of support ahead of what could be a historic moment — a win that would see Sierra Leone qualify for the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile.

Dr. Abdulai commended the players for their discipline and resilience and pledged a $𝟓𝟎𝟎 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐨𝐧𝐮𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 if they triumph in the quarterfinal. He also praised the SLFA for effectively organizing and preparing the squad, noting the federation’s commitment to youth football development.

Madam James-Teima highlighted the team’s positive impact on Sierra Leone’s image and reaffirmed government support. She also recognized National Teams Ambassador Christian Dauda and national team scout Morlai Kamara for their talent development and recruitment efforts.

Captain Momoh Ibrahim Kamara, speaking on behalf of the team, expressed gratitude and promised the squad will give their all. Head coach Mohamed Lamin Kamara assured fans of the team’s readiness and unity.

With national pride on the line, the Shooting Stars are fully motivated to make history.

𝐓𝐎𝐆𝐄𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑, 𝐖𝐄 𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄. 𝐓𝐎𝐆𝐄𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑, 𝐖𝐄 𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐑!