Sierra Leone Premier League | BAI Bureh Warriors 0–0 Star Sport Academy
Date: 25 May 2026 | Kick-off: 00:30 local time (Freetown)

Match Overview

A tense and tightly contested Sierra Leone Premier League encounter at the main stadium saw BAI Bureh Warriors and Star Sport Academy play out a goalless draw on the night of May 25, 2026. Both sides created half-chances but lacked the cutting edge to break the deadlock, leaving the home crowd frustrated despite a spirited performance from the Warriors.

Key Moments

• 12th minute: BAI Bureh Warriors’ striker Mohamed Kallon forced a sharp low save from Star Sport Academy’s goalkeeper after a well-worked corner.
• 38th minute: Star Sport Academy’s winger Ibrahim Sesay dribbled past two defenders but fired his shot narrowly wide of the far post.
• 67th minute: A goalmouth scramble saw the ball cleared off the line by Star Sport’s center-back after a powerful header from Warriors’ captain Alhassan Kamara.
• 85th minute: Warriors’ substitute Abdulai Bangura saw his curling effort tipped over the crossbar in the best chance of the second half.

Tactical Story

BAI Bureh Warriors set up in a 4-4-2 formation, looking to press high and attack through the flanks. Star Sport Academy, organized in a compact 4-3-3, focused on defensive solidity and quick counter-attacks. The Warriors dominated possession (58% according to unofficial stats) but struggled to break down a disciplined backline. Star Sport’s midfield trio, anchored by veteran Sorie Dumbuya, effectively cut passing lanes and forced the home side into speculative long-range efforts.

Standout Players

• Alhassan Kamara (BAI Bureh Warriors): The captain led by example, winning aerial duels and nearly scoring from a header. His leadership kept the team organized defensively.
• Ibrahim Sesay (Star Sport Academy): A constant threat on the left wing, Sesay’s dribbling and pace troubled the Warriors’ full-back. His shot in the 38th minute was the closest the visitors came to scoring.
• Star Sport Goalkeeper: The Academy’s last line produced several crucial saves to preserve the clean sheet, earning his side a valuable point on the road.

Table & Season Impact

The result leaves BAI Bureh Warriors in mid-table with 22 points from 14 matches, having drawn four times already this season. Star Sport Academy move to 18 points, just above the relegation zone but showing improved defensive organisation. With the league race tightening, both teams will feel this was a missed opportunity to climb the standings.

Next up: BAI Bureh Warriors travel to Mighty Blackpool on 1 June, while Star Sport Academy host East End Lions at home.