MONROVIA – Liberia’s ambition to reposition itself on the global football stage is set to gain fresh momentum on Monday, March 2, 2026, as the 2026 U-19 Elite Scouting Tournament officially kicks off at the Samuel Kanyon Doe (SKD) Sports Complex in Paynesville. Organizers say this tournament aims to reverse that trend by bringing European decision-makers directly to Liberian soil. The opening day results and fixtures included:* 8:00 a.m. – Discoveries SA vs. Cece United* 9:10 a.m. – Watanga FC vs. Des Moines* 10:20 a.m. – Bendu FC vs. Soul Clinic* 11:30 a.m. – Wadi FC vs. Benzard FCU-19 teams from across the country are participating, fully aware that standout performances could lead to life-changing professional contracts. Opportunity on Home SoilUnlike traditional overseas trials, which often require significant financial backing for visas and travel, the U-19 Elite Scouting Tournament provides young Liberians a rare platform to perform in front of elite eyes without leaving the country.

Source: Front Page Africa March 02, 2026 14:41 UTC