Freetown, Sierra Leone — Leone Stars forward Mustapha Bundu has been ruled out of today’s World Cup qualifying match against Egypt in Cairo due to an injury sustained during the team’s recent encounter with Guinea-Bissau in Liberia. Bundu has returned to Plymouth Argyle for recovery following the slight knock.
The 28-year-old striker played a pivotal role in Leone Stars’ 3-1 victory over Guinea-Bissau on Thursday, scoring the opening goal in the match. Bundu, who made his international debut on September 4, 2019, in a FIFA World Cup qualifier against Liberia, has been a key figure for the national team. He scored his first goal for Sierra Leone on November 13, 2020, during a 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Nigeria.
Meanwhile, the media department of Leone Stars has dismissed rumors about Hindolo Mustapha joining the squad in Cairo. Hindolo is currently preparing to return to his club in England after participating in the U20 friendly against Morocco. The department confirmed that there have been no new additions to the Leone Stars squad currently camped in Cairo.
Leone Stars Continue World Cup Campaign
Leone Stars face Egypt today as the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers continue. The team aims to build on their recent success and secure a strong position in the qualifiers.
This development underscores the challenges faced by the national team as they navigate injuries and rumors while striving for success on the international stage. Fans eagerly await the outcome of today’s match in Cairo.