Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. East End Lions Football Club secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over rivals Mighty Blackpool in a thrilling encounter at the Approved School Field, as the Sierra Leone Premier League continues to heat up.
The Killers are now topping the table with 54 points, six points more than second-placed Bhantal FC.
Mighty Blackpool drew first blood through Foday Kpaka, who found the back of the net early in the match. But the Lions roared back with goals from Alusine Dumbuya and Sulaiman S. Kargbo, sealing a comeback win for the Killers.
Alusine Dumbuya, whose dominant performance helped turn the tide for East End Lions, was named Player of the Match.
The result pushes East End Lions further up the table, leading with 54 points -six more than second placed Bhantal FC while the Tiss Tass Boys are left to reflect on missed opportunities as they battle relegation with 24 points and what many fans are calling a controversial defeat.
In a similar development, calls are mounting for the Sierra Leone Premier League Board to investigate referee Njai and his team following a controversial decision in the match between Mighty Blackpool and East End Lions.
The Assistant Referee 1 (AR1) is accused of allowing a goal for East End Lions that appeared to be clearly offside, a decision that potentially altered the outcome of the match. The incident has sparked outrage among fans and officials associated with Mighty Blackpool.
Critics argue that such officiating errors compromise the integrity of the league and are demanding that the Premier League Board reviews the match and takes disciplinary action if warranted.
“Fairness and transparency must be upheld in Sierra Leone football,” a statement from concerned supporters read.
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