Sierra Leone’s Shooting Stars have secured a place in the semi-finals of the WAFU-A U20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027 qualifiers in Mali following a goalless draw against Senegal on Thursday, 22 October 2026.
The young Leone Stars delivered a disciplined performance, demonstrating defensive resilience and composure in midfield to hold their Senegalese counterparts to a stalemate and advance to the last four of the competition.
Mohamed Jalloh was named Man of the Match for his impressive display in the middle of the park, where his performance contributed to Sierra Leone’s determined effort.
The result marks an important step in Sierra Leone’s campaign as the Shooting Stars continue their pursuit of qualification for the 2027 U20 Africa Cup of Nations.