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MATCH PREVIEW: PREMIER ACADEMY VS RAM KAMARA FC

Final Match of the SRFA Division One League 2026

Sunday, 21st June 2026 | 4:00 PM Bo Coronation Field

The curtain comes down on the 2026 Southern Region Division One League this Sunday with a blockbuster encounter between Premier Academy FC and newly crowned champions Ram Kamara FC at the Bo Coronation Field.

While Ram Kamara have already secured the league title and promotion to the National Playoffs, all attention will be focused on the battle for the second and final playoff spot, making this arguably the most important match of the season for Premier Academy.

The playoff race took a dramatic twist on Friday when Imperi Foundation suffered a surprising 6-3 defeat to Sewa Eagles in their final league fixture. A victory for Imperi Foundation would have guaranteed them qualification to the National Playoffs. However, that heavy defeat has left the door wide open for Premier Academy to seize the opportunity.

Premier Academy now knows exactly what is required. Only a victory against the champions will be enough to secure second place and qualification to the National Playoffs. Anything less than three points will see Imperi Foundation retain second position and book their place alongside Ram Kamara despite completing their league campaign.

The mathematics is simple. A draw or defeat for Premier Academy will hand Imperi Foundation the second qualification slot. As a result, the pressure rests firmly on Premier Academy, who must produce their best performance of the season against an unbeaten Ram Kamara side.

Ironically, Premier Academy was handed a lifeline by Sewa Eagles' stunning victory over Imperi Foundation. Now, Imperi Foundation supporters will be hoping Ram Kamara return the favor by denying Premier Academy the victory they desperately need.

Ram Kamara entered the match with nothing left to prove. The champions have enjoyed a remarkable campaign, remaining unbeaten throughout the season and demonstrating consistency, discipline, and quality from start to finish. Regardless of Sunday's result, they will be officially crowned champions and presented with the league trophy and gold medals after the match.

For Premier Academy, however, this is a season-defining fixture. Qualification remains within reach, but they must overcome the toughest challenge possible against a side that has yet to taste defeat.

Beyond the playoff battle, Sunday's event will also serve as the official closing ceremony of the 2026 Southern Region Division One League. The champions, Ram Kamara FC, will receive the giant championship trophy and gold medals, while the runners-up will be presented with silver medals in recognition of their achievement.

As the final whistle approaches another exciting league season, one question remains unanswered:

Will Premier Academy complete the mission and sn**ch the final playoff ticket, or will Imperi Foundation hold on to second place without kicking another ball?

Football fans across the Southern Region will find out on Sunday at the Bo Coronation Field.

One Match. One Ticket. One Final Opportunity.
Premier Academy FC vs. Ram Kamara FC.

The race for the National Playoffs goes down to the final day

SRFA MEDIA DEPARTMENT

Southern Region Stakeholders Contribute to Development of Sierra Leone Women's Football Strategy

The Southern Region Football Association (SRFA) on Thursday, 4th June 2026, hosted a key stakeholder consultation as part of the Sierra Leone Football Association's ongoing nationwide exercise to develop a comprehensive Women's Football Strategy aimed at guiding the growth and advancement of the women's game over the next four years.

The consultative meeting brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including former female footballers, active players, coaches, club officials, football administrators, referees, and members of the media from across the Southern Region. The engagement provided participants with an opportunity to discuss challenges, opportunities, and practical solutions necessary for the sustainable development of women's football in Sierra Leone.

Secretary General Welcomes Participants

Delivering the opening remarks, the Secretary General of the Southern Region Football Association, Mr. Yayah Mansaray, warmly welcomed all participants and extended special appreciation to the FIFA representatives and the Sierra Leone Football Association delegation for choosing the Southern Region as part of the national consultation process.

Mr. Mansaray commended the leadership of the Sierra Leone Football Association, particularly SLFA President Mr. Thomas Daddy Brima Babadi Kamara, for his continued commitment to the development of women's football throughout the country. He noted that the consultation reflects the Association's determination to create more opportunities for women and girls in football and to ensure the game reaches greater heights nationally and internationally.

He encouraged participants to take the exercise seriously by contributing meaningful ideas and recommendations that would help shape a practical and inclusive strategy capable of addressing the needs of women's football at all levels.

According to him, the future success of the women's game depends largely on the collective efforts and contributions of stakeholders who understand the realities, challenges, and opportunities within the football ecosystem.

Building a Roadmap for Women's Football

Addressing participants, SLFA Women's Football Manager, Madam Elizabeth Kailey, explained that the strategy is intended to serve as a long-term roadmap for the sustainable growth and development of women's football in Sierra Leone.

She emphasized the importance of stakeholder participation in the process, assuring attendees that their views and recommendations would play a significant role in shaping the final strategy document.

Madam Kailey highlighted a number of achievements recorded in women's football over recent years, including the expansion of organized women's competitions, improved performances at regional tournaments, increased support from development partners, strengthened safeguarding measures, improved governance structures, and enhanced collaboration with FIFA and CAF.

Despite these gains, she acknowledged that challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, limited financial resources, and the need to improve competitiveness at international level remain critical issues requiring collective action.

FIFA Reaffirms Commitment to Women's Football Development

The consultation was facilitated by FIFA Women's Football Technical Expert, Thuba Sibanda, and FIFA Women's Football Manager, Tsholofelo Sethoko, who both stressed the importance of aligning Sierra Leone's development plans with FIFA's global vision for women's football.

Speaking during the session, Thuba Sibanda outlined the key objectives of the consultation process, noting that the exercise seeks to identify existing challenges affecting women's football at grassroots and elite levels, develop practical and sustainable solutions, prioritize areas for investment, strengthen stakeholder ownership, and establish effective implementation and accountability mechanisms.

The FIFA representatives encouraged stakeholders to be open and constructive throughout the discussions to ensure the strategy responds effectively to the realities facing women's football in Sierra Leone.

Call for Collective Action

Also addressing participants, SLFA Executive Committee Member and Head of Women's Football, Madam Haja Ramatulai Kamara, expressed appreciation to stakeholders for their commitment and active participation.

She encouraged participants to make meaningful contributions that would help create a strategy capable of addressing current challenges while laying a solid foundation for the future growth of women's football.

Madam Kamara reaffirmed the commitment of the Sierra Leone Football Association to promoting football development across all regions of the country and ensuring that women and girls are provided with greater opportunities to participate and excel in the sport.

Group Discussions and Recommendations

The consultation concluded with participants engaging in group discussions and presentations across five key thematic areas:

• Grassroots and Youth Development

• Competitions

• Governance

• Media and Marketing

• Capacity Building

Participants presented recommendations and practical solutions aimed at improving participation, strengthening football structures, enhancing visibility, and creating sustainable pathways for female footballers throughout Sierra Leone.

The recommendations gathered from the Southern Region consultation will form part of the broader national process that will eventually produce Sierra Leone's Women's Football Strategy.

Looking Ahead

As a key stakeholder in football development, the Southern Region Football Association remains committed to supporting initiatives that promote the growth of women's football and create opportunities for female players, coaches, referees, administrators, and other stakeholders.

The consultation marks another important step in the collective effort to build a stronger, more inclusive, and sustainable future for women's football in Sierra Leone, ensuring that the voices and experiences of stakeholders continue to shape the development of the game for generations to come.

Media Department Southern Region Football Association (SRFA)