By Joseph S. Conteh
Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) President Babadi Kamara has presented FIFA badges to ten Sierra Leonean referees and assistant referees approved for international matches in 2026. The ceremony took place on February 4, 2026, at the SLFA Academy in Kingtom.
The group of referees and assistant referees consists of five centre referees and five assistant referees, comprising six men and four women.
SLFA President Kamara emphasised the importance of maintaining the highest standards of integrity, fairness, and professionalism among the officials.
He also stressed the significance of discipline, transparency, and excellence in their duties.
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The centre referees receiving their FIFA badges are Umu Marah (2022), Rashid M. Conteh (2024), Aminata Fullah (2024), Sulaiman S. Kamara (2024), and Mohamed Bock Tarawally (2026).
The assistant referees recognised are Fatmata Mansaray (2022), Agnes A. Gbla (2025), Mamoud A. Conteh (2025), Sahr A. Freeman (2025), and Alusine Conteh (2025).
