Sierra Leone: Afcon 2021 - Sierra Leone's 'Nearly Men' Enjoying Their Moment

20 January 2022

For the first time since 1996, Sierra Leone are back competing in an African Cup of Nations. The Leone Stars have upset two tournament favorites in a remarkable comeback story.

The African Cup of Nations is a tournament that always has stories, and this year Sierra Leone's might be the most remarkable of them all.

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