Gambia: Tapha Manneh's Liscr FC Sets League Unbeaten Record

In October 2016, Gardnesville-based first division side, LISCR FC, announced the signing of Gambian coach Tapha Manneh as head coach on a three-year deal. The Gambian tactician replaced former Barrack Young Controller and NPA head coach Abraham Sesay who had helped the club escape the relegation zone after a poor start in the league under Coach Robert Lartey.

With plans to build a team that will compete for titles, Manneh, who previously coached the Gambian under-20 football team, was seen by LISCR's managers as the right man to get the club back to its form. His appointment as head coach sparked several debates among few Liberian coaches and fans who questioned his competency given that he only holds a CAF B License.

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