SLFA Media Department

𝐇𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐪 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚, Ambassador of Sierra Leone to the Arab Republic of Egypt, paid a morale-boosting visit to Leone Stars at their camp at the Jewel Sports City and Aqua Resort in Cairo today, Monday, March 24.

The visit comes ahead of Leone Stars’ crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Egypt’s Pharaohs tomorrow.The Ambassador was accompanied by Mohamed Bockarie Kallon, Information Attaché, and David Kamara, Finance Attaché of the Sierra Leone Embassy in Egypt.

During his address to the team, Ambassador Silla congratulated them on their recent 3-1 victory over Guinea Bissau, a win he described as a source of pride and joy for Sierra Leoneans at home and abroad. He expressed his admiration for the team’s performance and urged them to maintain their momentum as they continue representing the nation on the international stage.

He further emphasized his confidence in the squad, encouraging them to approach the match fearlessly and fight for Sierra Leone as they have always done.Among the Leone Stars delegation present at the meeting were the 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 (𝐍𝐒𝐀), 𝐈𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐡𝐢𝐦 𝐍𝐲𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐡, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬, 𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐇𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐥𝐨 𝐌𝐨𝐢𝐰𝐨 𝐍𝐠𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐨, 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫, 𝐋𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐚𝐲, the Director of Competitions of the Sierra Leone Football Association, Sorie Ibrahim Sesay.

In response, NSA Chairman Ibrahim Nyelenkeh expressed gratitude to the Ambassador for his visit, acknowledging the significance of his support. He assured him of the team’s readiness and determination ahead of the match.Leone Stars Assistant Coach Musa Kallon also welcomed the Ambassador’s visit, noting that it serves as a great motivation for the players.

He emphasized that the team feels confident and well-prepared as they continue their training. Head Coach Mohamed Kallon echoed these sentiments, reaffirming their commitment to securing a respectable result against Egypt.

Speaking on behalf of the players, team captain Kei Kamara extended his appreciation to the Ambassador and his delegation, stating that their presence has provided an essential morale boost. He reassured them of the team’s commitment and determination to give their all in tomorrow’s encounter.

With the backing of the government, officials, and Sierra Leoneans worldwide, Leone Stars are set to take on Egypt with full focus and determination as they continue their journey in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.