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Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. <\/strong><\/span>The Southern Arena, situated in Bo, a southern city, is poised to host matches nationwide after its inauguration over the upcoming weekend.<\/p>\n

With a seating capacity of 6,000, preparations have been intensified for the momentous occasion, and stewards are gearing up for the opening session in BO.<\/p>\n

The inaugural ceremony will include a spectacular and contested mini-gala featuring five top teams from the Sierra Leone Premier League: Bo Rangers, East End Lions, Wusum Stars, Bai Bureh Warriors, and Kamboi Eagles.The mini-gala is scheduled for May 19th-21st, 2023.<\/p>\n

Fans and supporters are also getting ready to witness not only the beautiful scenery but also how their favorite teams and players perform in the mini-gala.<\/p>\n

Sources indicate that stewards will be stationed around the pitch to offer crucial support for spectators and ensure the safety and security of all attendees.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Sierra-Leone<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. The Southern Arena, situated in Bo, a southern city, is poised to host matches nationwide after its inauguration over the upcoming weekend. With a seating capacity of 6,000, preparations have been intensified for the momentous occasion, and stewards are gearing up for the opening session in BO. 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