02/08/2025
Nioro Jattaba Edge Out Kuli K***a 2–1 in Kiang West District Football Tournament Opener
The much-anticipated Kiang West District Football Tournament officially kicked off on Friday, 1st August 2025, with a ceremonial ball kick performed by Hon. Lamin Ceesay, National Assembly Member for Kiang West Constituency.
In the tournament’s curtain-raiser, Nioro Jattaba narrowly defeated Kuli K***a 2–1 in an exciting fixture. The first half ended 1–0 after Sheriff Sowe capitalised on an early opportunity to give Nioro the lead.
Shortly into the second half, Hamadi Sowe (Juka), who was later named Man of the Match, doubled the advantage with a well-taken second goal. Kuli K***a responded with a fresh set of legs, leading to a goal from Yankuba, bringing the score to 2–1, but the equaliser remained elusive.
The opening ceremony attracted a large crowd, including football dignitaries, supporters, and young players from across the region, signalling a strong start to the district’s premier football event.
Nioro Jattaba are placed in Group A alongside defending champions Jali, Kuli K***a, and Sankandi.
The other groupings are as follows:
• Group B: Wudeba, Tankular, Dumbuto, and Old Hands
• Group C: Jamari, Jataba, Bajana, and Jiffarong
According to the current fixture, the tournament is scheduled to run throughout the summer season, concluding at the end of September 2025.
Mr. Ansumana Sanneh, President of the Lower River Regional Football Association, commended the Kiang West Football Committee for their efforts, as well as the participating teams and all stakeholders for their contributions to grassroots football development.
By Ebrima Bah (Pressbah)