By Ibrahim Karim Bangura (Tanko)

Salone U-20 National Team, Shooting Stars, are set for their first appearance in the TotalEnergies U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) scheduled to be played in Morocco, 2025.

Sierra Leone is placed in Group C for the AFCON alongside Senegal, Gambia, and Kenya.

Sierra Leone U-20 National Team, known as Shooting Stars seem focused and optimistic as the men are ready to represent Sierra Leone in a spirit of pride.

In their qualifying match to U-20 Africa Cup of Nations, Captain Mohamed I. Kamara emerged as a standout player, scoring the decisive goal with help of his teammates Idriss Sesay and Samuel Ghandi.

This victory marks Shooting Stars’ third win in four matches during the seven-nation tournament, thus showcasing their impressive performance and teamwork.

The nation eagerly anticipates their debut in the upcoming prestigious African tournament, hoping to inspire future generations of footballers.

Their participation will cultivate a sense of national pride amongst their supporters.