Gambian Players’ Perilous Quest for Greener Pastures: A Heartbreaking Journey to Europe

By Lamin Fadera, December 30, 2023 In recent years, an increasing number of Gambian football players have embarked on the treacherous back-way journey to Europe, driven by the harsh realities of limited opportunities and economic hardships in their homeland, the so-called Smiling Coast. This perilous exodus, undertaken through irregular routes, has resulted in heart-wrenching outcomes, […]

Tida Minteh’s Revelation: Gambia’s Basketball Lags Far Behind

By Tumany Colley The Captain of the Serekunda West Basketball female team, Tida Minteh – who recently travelled to Rwanda to participate in the 2023 FIBA Africa Regional Youth Camp has revealed that with what she saw, she truly believes The Gambia is very lacking on every level. The 15-year-old point-guard prodigy travelled to Kigali […]

Gambia’s Unstoppable Journey: Defying the Odds to Secure AFCON Qualification

Article by Tumany Colley In a jubilant and unforgettable moment for The Gambia and her people, the scorpions qualification for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) marks a historic triumph of hope and resilience. This achievement, secured in a dramatic comeback led by Muhammed Badamosi, holds profound significance for a nation that has endured […]

Gambia’s Epic Comeback: Badamosi Leads AFCON Qualification with Dramatic Late Finish

Article by Tumany Colley In a gripping display of determination and resilience, the scorpions clinched their coveted spot in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), thanks to a jaw-dropping comeback led by super-sub, Muhammed Badamosi. The showdown against Congo on the final day of the AFCON qualifiers will be remembered as a defining moment […]

Strategic Minds, Stronger Players: Mental Resilience in the Sports Arena

Article by Tumany Colley In the fast-paced and high-stakes world of sports, especially football, the spotlight often shines on players’ physical prowess, tactical strategies, and match-winning goals. Yet, behind every successful play lies a critical but often overlooked aspect that shapes players’ performance, well-being, and overall journey: their mental state. Let’s take football for instance. […]

Gambian Player Claims Senegalese Second Division Is Tougher Than Gambia’s Top-tier

Article by Tumany Colley Bintou Dembele, former Blue Ninjas basketball player, currently plays for a second-tier side in Senegal, ASUC of the University of Assan Seck in Ziguinchor. She was playing in the first division when she was in The Gambia. But according to her, the Senegalese second tier is way more competitive than even […]

SLAPPED FOR SLAMMING: FOOTBALL FANS RAGES DOWN ON GFF OVER 10-POINTS DEDUCTION AGAINST TMT

By Tumany Colley Football fans across the country were shocked after TMT football club was slapped with a 10-point deduction by the Gambia Football Federation’s Organising Committee over unguarded comments the club made on their Facebook page a month ago. TMT threw a contemptuous attack against the football authorities after their 1-0 defeat to BTS […]

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