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Africa-Press – Liberia. <\/strong><\/span>Cassell Anthony Kuoh, the president of FC Fassell and an outspoken contender for the presidency of the Liberia Football Association (LFA), has strongly criticized the leadership of Mustapha Raji, calling his vision for the country\u2019s football development the \u201cworst\u201d to date.<\/p>\n

Kuoh, who is set to challenge Raji in the 2026 LFA Elective Congress, contends that Raji\u2019s bid for a third term would only perpetuate an ineffective system and prevent necessary reforms in Liberian football.<\/p>\n

In a forceful statement, Kuoh took aim at Raji\u2019s leadership, labeling the incumbent\u2019s claim of a \u201cfootball revolution\u201d as misleading and unsubstantiated. \u201cIf Raji truly changed football, Liberia wouldn\u2019t still be at the bottom of African rankings,\u201d Kuoh remarked. \u201cWe need leadership that fosters growth from within, not one that sells FIFA-funded dreams while local football remains in turmoil.\u201d<\/p>\n

Kuoh argued that much of the supposed progress under Raji\u2019s tenure has been due to external funding, particularly from FIFA, rather than any groundbreaking changes introduced by the LFA president.<\/p>\n

He dismissed Raji\u2019s justification for a third term based on infrastructure projects, pointing out that these projects were financed by FIFA\u2019s Forward Program and not by Raji\u2019s leadership or personal initiative.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe argument that he deserves a third term because of infrastructure projects is laughable when those very projects were bankrolled by FIFA\u2019s Forward Program, not his ingenuity or leadership,\u201d Kuoh said.<\/p>\n

One of Kuoh\u2019s main points of contention was the ongoing financial difficulties faced by local football leagues, particularly the youth programs. Since the withdrawal of Orange Liberia as the title sponsor, these leagues have struggled to find financial stability.<\/p>\n

According to Kuoh, the LFA has become increasingly reliant on foreign funding, without any clear path toward self-sufficiency or sustainable financial planning.<\/p>\n

\u201cClubs are still struggling, players barely have opportunities beyond Liberia, and national teams are still missing training camps due to funding issues,\u201d Kuoh pointed out. \u201cWhere\u2019s the actual progress? The situation has barely improved.\u201d<\/p>\n

Another focal point of Kuoh\u2019s criticism was Raji\u2019s promotion of digital initiatives, notably the FIFA Connect system, which Kuoh claimed was presented as a major achievement by the current administration, despite it being a mandatory program from FIFA for all member associations.<\/p>\n

\u201cDigitalization wasn\u2019t some groundbreaking move by Raji. FIFA Connect was a system that had to be implemented anyway,\u201d Kuoh explained. \u201cSure, it helped with illegal transfers, but what has it done to fix the deeper problems?\u201d<\/p>\n

Kuoh\u2019s critique extended to Raji\u2019s financial entitlements, including a reported annual stipend of $25,000 from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and an additional $80,000 as a CAF Executive Committee member, along with perks such as travel and accommodation expenses.<\/p>\n

He argued that while youth football programs face cuts, the LFA president is able to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle funded by external organizations.<\/p>\n

\u201cMeanwhile, youth football programs are being cut left and right. Our U-15, U-17, and U-20 teams are suffering, yet the guy at the top is living comfortably. That\u2019s not leadership \u2014 that\u2019s self-preservation,\u201d Kuoh said.<\/p>\n

Kuoh\u2019s call for leadership that prioritizes the growth of local football, financial independence, and genuine progress could mark a pivotal shift in the way football is managed in Liberia. Whether his vision will resonate with stakeholders and voters remains to be seen, but his message is clear: the time for change is now.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Liberia. Cassell Anthony Kuoh, the president of FC Fassell and an outspoken contender for the presidency of the Liberia Football Association (LFA), has strongly criticized the leadership of Mustapha Raji, calling his vision for the country\u2019s football development the \u201cworst\u201d to date. 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