Sierra Leone will kick off their African Cup Of Nations 2023 campaign with Togo friendly on Thursday at the Mardan multi-purpose stadium in Aksu, Antalya, Turkey.
Both nations wrapped up their training sessions on Wednesday ahead of test cracker as they will be hoping to get their Fifa friendly window on track with a win.
Speaking to the SLFA Media, the newly appointed squad skipper Steven Caulker is optimistic that the “team has great potentials and we are positive that the team can do great things.” Adding that the team is full of young and passionate players that are enthusiastic to play football.”
Both the West African neighbours have played seven times in all competitions, with the Leone Stars of Sierra Leone at the disadvantage with only a win, five defeats and a draw.
Tomorrow’s friendly game will be the first meeting between the two sides since 2007.
SLFA Media- Antalya, Turkey.
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