Sierra Leone’s national football team, the Leone Stars, narrowly lost to Egypt 1-0 in the World Cup Qualifiers on Match Day 6 at the Cairo International Stadium in Egypt.

Egypt dominated the first half of the match, taking the lead just before the break. In the 45+2 minutes of added time, Zizo capitalized on a perfectly timed assist from Trezeguet, sliding the ball past Sierra Leone’s defense and giving Egypt a 1-0 lead as their fans erupted in celebration.

The Egyptians controlled the tempo with precise passing and strategic positioning throughout the opening period. Despite this, Sierra Leone fought back, creating some chances of their own. One of the closest moments came when Kei Kamara narrowly missed scoring, as he connected with a dangerous cross whipped in by Samadi. This near miss showcased the Leone Stars’ resilience and determination to stay competitive.

As both teams retreated to the locker rooms, Egypt held a slim lead, but Sierra Leone’s determined effort left the door open for a potential second-half comeback.

After the match, Leone Stars head coach Mohamed Kallon praised his team’s performance despite the narrow defeat. He commended the players’ tactical discipline, resilience, and ability to challenge one of Africa’s top football teams. Kallon also noted that, although Zizo’s goal in added time secured the win for Egypt, the Leone Stars’ determination throughout the match reflected their growth and potential.

In his post-match comments, Kallon called on Sierra Leoneans to continue supporting the national team as they build momentum for future fixtures.

The closely contested match against Egypt has boosted the confidence of the Leone Stars and fueled their ambition to succeed on the international stage. Many see this performance as a step forward for Sierra Leone football.

The Leone Stars have four more matches in the World Cup Qualifiers campaign, with their next fixture scheduled for September 1st, 2025.