Former Liberian international footballer Theo Weeks has announced the formation of a new political movement, the Congress of the Liberian People (COLP), while declaring his intention to contest Liberia’s 2029 presidential election. Weeks, who became known nationally through his performances for Liberia’s Lone Star and professional football career abroad, says his transition into politics is…
Josiah King, a 17-year-old footballer of Liberian descent, is emerging as one of the promising young talents in the academy of Arsenal F.C. and could be a player for Liberian football followers to keep an eye on in the coming years. Born in Leytonstone, England, to Liberian parents, King recently signed his first professional contract…
Liberian midfielder Darius Payne has been rewarded for an impressive debut season after UAE First Division Leagueside Dubai City FC handed him a one-year contract extension. Payne joined the club in September 2025 on an initial one-year deal after successfully impressing the coaching staff during a trial period. Since arriving in the United Arab Emirates,…
Liberian First Division outfit LISCR FC has officially announced the return of Sam Chebli as the club’s Head Coach, with the highly regarded French tactician signing a two-year contract ahead of the new football season. Chebli returns to the Shipping Boys after a remarkably successful first spell in charge, during which he established himself as…
Logan Town has been crowned champions of the third edition of the MoMo Community League 2026, capping off another successful grassroots football competition organized under the auspices of the Liberia Football Association (LFA). Following the conclusion of the tournament, the organizer expressed heartfelt appreciation to LFA President Mustapha Raji for his continued trust and support…
The Liberia Football Association (LFA), through its Technical Department and with support from FIFA’s Talent Development Scheme (TDS), is set to launch a structured Talent Identification Pilot Project targeting Under-12 boys and girls across the country. The initiative represents a significant step in the LFA’s efforts to strengthen grassroots football development and create a more…
The Liberia Football Association (LFA) on Tuesday officially commenced its 2026 MA Elite Referees Course, bringing together 30 of the country’s top match officials at the association’s headquarters in Congo Town. The training program has assembled 26 male and four female elite referees, all of whom are expected to undergo intensive technical and physical training…
The Liberia Football Association (LFA) Ethics Committee has officially lifted the suspension of Grace Weah, popularly known throughout Liberia as “Master Queen,” the president of Determine Girls Football Club. Weah was handed an indefinite suspension in 2025 following a public outburst directed at the LFA after its 2024 Annual Awards Ceremony. The controversy stemmed from…
Former Liberian President and football legend George Manneh Weah has called for a FIFA World Cup free from racism, urging the global football community to continue promoting unity, respect, and human dignity through the sport. Speaking at a FIFA event at its Arena in New York, Weah, who serves as chairman of FIFA’s Players Panel,…
Once an overlooked corner of Liberia’s sporting landscape, women’s football has emerged as one of the country’s fastest-growing and most dynamic sectors, driven by decades of gradual reform, resilience, and evolving leadership within the Liberia Football Association (LFA).From modest beginnings in the late 1980s to a structured, competitive, and increasingly professional system today, the transformation…
