Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. After months of silence on the local football scene, the EBK playing ground in Port Loko burst back to life on Saturday August 30 2025 as Sugar Shag of Port Loko City stormed to a resounding 4–0 victory over Shooting Stars of Gbaray Junction in a fiery return leg friendly.
Just a week earlier, the two sides had battled to an electrifying 4–4 draw in Gbaray Junction, setting the stage for a high-stakes rematch. This time, however, Sugar Shag left no room for doubt. Their blistering attack delivered four goals in the first half, leaving fans on their feet and Shooting Stars reeling.
The visitors tried to regroup in the second half but found no breakthrough, as Sugar Shag’s pressing game kept them on the back foot until the final whistle.
The atmosphere, filled with songs, chants, and playful banter, turned the encounter into more than just a match, it was a celebration of community football. Despite the heavy defeat, Shooting Stars fans cheered their boys for battling to the end, vowing revenge in the next meeting.
“This is what grassroots football is about, competition, unity, and fun,” one jubilant supporter said.
Beyond the scoreline, the two-legged clash has rekindled a spirited rivalry between Gbaray Junction and Port Loko City, promising more sparks in the games ahead.
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