By Desmond Tunde Coker
The Leone Rock Premier League continues to captivate football fans across Sierra Leone with thrilling performances and standout players lighting up the competition.
East End Lions Triumph
East End Lions secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Freetown City FC, thanks to a brace from last season’s top scorer, Musa Noah Kamara. The Lions now sit 4th on the table with 11 points, keeping their title hopes alive.
Bo Rangers’ Star Striker
Meanwhile, Bo Rangers striker Suffian Kalokoh stole the spotlight with a sensational double against Mighty Blackpool, taking his season tally to four goals and making him the league’s current top scorer. For Blackpool, the struggle continues as they remain winless after five games, rooted at the bottom of the table with just 2 points.
FC Kallon’s Attacking Prowess
FC Kallon, known for their attacking prowess, have been outstanding this season, scoring the most goals (11) so far. Led by their captain, Hassan Milla Koroma, the Cavaliers sit 2nd in the standings, showcasing consistency and firepower.
Bhantal FC’s Defensive Strength
Bhantal FC, the league leaders, continue to impress with their resolute defense, conceding only one goal in their first five matches.
Wusum Stars’ First Win
Wusum Stars celebrated their first win of the season with a 2-0 victory over Abacha City, powered by a brace from Alimamy Buya Kamara. The round also highlighted the exceptional goalkeeping talents of Bai Bureh Warriors and SLIFA, whose shot-stoppers earned Player of the Match honors for their remarkable performances.
Upcoming Week 6 Fixtures
The excitement builds as teams battle for points and glory in this highly competitive league. Here are the fixtures for Week 6:
Freetown City FC vs. Bhantal FC
SLIFA vs. Wilberforce Strikers
Bai Bureh Warriors vs. Abacha City FC
FC Kallon vs. Diamond Stars
Luawa FC vs. Old Edwardians FC
Bullom Stars vs. Mighty Blackpool
East End Lions vs. Ports Authority FC
Wusum Stars vs. Kamboi Eagles
Star Sports Academy vs. Bo Rangers FC