By Ibrahim Karim Bangura (Tanko)

The FIFA’s Regional Development Manager, Madame Fatou Camara and Technical Consultant Issaka Adamou, have both concluded a critical inspection tour to the Artifical turfs by FIFA in Sierra Leone.

The delegation, which arrived on Monday, February 24th, completed its mission on Friday February 28th. The team is understood to have conducted a thorough assessment of the FIFA-funded projects. Their itinerary included inspections of newly constructed artificial turf pitches at the SLFA Academy, Approved School in Freetown, Bo Coronation Field, and Port Loko Town Field.

These pitches are part of FIFA’s ongoing commitments to improving football infrastructure which aims to provide high-quality playing grounds for players at all categories in Sierra Leone and other countries.

The delegation also evaluated the status of newly procured transport assets, including mini-buses and 36-seater customized team buses for the national male and female teams, which are expected to arrive shortly.

Following their comprehensive assessments, the FIFA representatives expressed satisfaction by the progress made by the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA).

“FIFA is committed to supporting Sierra Leone’s football development,” Madame Camara stated, announcing the availability of additional funding for further infrastructure projects. These projects will include new pitches to be made, motorbikes be given, with other essential facilities to promote football game in future.