LFA Team Of The Month

Though many keen observers of Liberian football have described the Liberia Football Association (LFA) national league as the worst in the sub region arguing that the sponsor-less league lacks the glamour, enthusiasm and attraction associated with contemporary football, it does not in any way mean players showcasing their talents in it are not fantastic.

www.liberiansoccer.com  Reporter Roland M. Mulbah brings yet another LFA premiership team of the month after a though selection process.

Goalkeeper- Saylee Swen LPRC Oilers

No one ardently covering the LFA 2009 premiership will argue why this towering goaltender retained his post as the LFA premiership best goalkeeper.

His great save, superb penalty saving ability and worth of experiences are some reasons LPRC Oilers has gone 15 games unbeaten in the current LFA premiership chase.

Right Back- Arthur Jerry Mighty Barrolle

This attack oriented defender has been on top of his game since joining Mighty Barrolle from Roots FC in 2008 and keen observers believe he is one of the best in the country at right back.

His wizard crosses and great ball control are reasons the kanyan pepper' boys are major contender for the LFA premiership crown.

 Left Back- Gizzie Tucan Dorbor (Captain) LISCR FC

This resourceful left wing back who made his international debut against the Eagles of Mali in the 2006 Nations Cup qualifiers is the Captain of club LISCR FC and a mainstay in his side back four.

 His lithe marking and diagonal crosses are his forte.

The former Karn United integral member is often a difficult opponent to get by as his intelligence and technique prove it all.

Though his team is far from getting on top of the 18 teams’ LFA premier log, the offensive left back is the joy of LISCF FC and maintained his post as Captain of the LFA premiership best 11 after showing leadership ability.

Central Backs

Bill Janjay Paytoe LPRC Oilers

Given his skills on the ball and terrific ball control, many considered this pin sized central defender as the Rio Ferdinand of Liberian football and the lad has showed class since returning from Ghana to join the Gabriel Johns’ guided side.

Bill is indeed a delight in the oil boys’ quest for the championship chase.

Hallie Lahai Mighty Barrolle

Considered a man marking defender, Lahai has been great for Mighty Barrolle and he is on record as one of the defenders who played all the games so far in the current campaign including off-season matches for the rollers.

He is the light wire of the Rollers’ defense.

Midfield Quartet

Robert Teah- LPRC Oilers

The towering versatile play marker has used his vast experience in making the oil boys the favorite for the LFA premiership.

His placid or calm marking and distribution make this local stage veteran a player who still has plenty to offer as far as football is concerned in this part of the world.

Archie Harvey (Wright Philips) Mighty Barrolle

Might Barolle may well be a contender for the LFA premiership crown and there are few lads who are considered key factors in the red and white outfit’s mission to clinch the title.

Danger winger Archie Harvey, alias Wright Philips is arguable one of the best wingers in the country and the speedy winger has produced a master card in the current chase evidence by gaining a space in the current national U-20.

Momo Sonpon-BYC

Another reason BYC is considered the dark horses in the current chase.

The lad is a major passer of the round leather and has used his ability so far for the Seku Kenneh boys.

Andrew Foday Swaray BYC

The attacking ace is one of the reasons Barrack Young Controllers (BYC) is a formidable force in the ongoing title chase. His verve, precision and jinks in attack are qualities that catch the eyes. His unending tackles and runs as well as his whole hearted approach make him a class asset on the local stage and the second top goal scorer in the LFA premiership.

Front Two

Mohammed Varney

The top goal scorer in the ongoing campaign, the predator in the box has no doubt set the league on fire.

 With 10 goals so far, the pacey hit-man is making life uneasy for opposing defenders and goalkeepers. The kid, who returned from Ghana after a short period in that part of the world, is making the Unification Town Sports Pitch a difficult ground for opposing teams with his goal scoring tactics. 

Alex White Whittmore- LPRC Oilers

A very deadly striker of Gabriel Johns’ LPRC Oilers, who combines speed with skills, Alex is indeed a kid to watch after scoring four goals in less than ten games. He is a terror in the final third, and is a delight to watch on a day. The youngster has the carriage of a modern day striker, as his mazy runs, depth touches and subtle moves prove a handful to the opponents. Not the biggest of strikers though, but he can finesse and bewilder giant sized defenders in rattling the net to their disbelief.

He is another reason the oil boys are still unbeaten in 15 LFA premiership matches.

Coach of the Month

Gabriel Johns- LPRC Oilers

The national U-20 deputy coach has guided sensational LPRC oilers to 15 matches so far in the current chase with no win so far.

He retained his post as the coach of the month after maintaining clean sheet in the 18 teams’ LFA premier log.

Referee of the Month- Jerry Yekeh