By Baboucarr Fallaboweh & Foday Manneh
Gambian players experienced mixed fortunes across Europe over the weekend, with Adama Sidibeh scoring his first league goal for Stockport County while several others made key contributions for their clubs.
England
Portsmouth FC moved further away from the Championship relegation zone after second-half goals from Gustavo Caballero (46’), Swift (55’), and Pack (67’).
Gambian midfielder Ebou Adams was heavily involved in the build-up to the second goal. Adams released Alli on the left, who surged into the box before cutting the ball back for Swift to score from 12 yards.
Adams also rose to meet a corner from Swift, but his firm header was tipped over the bar by Patterson. The midfielder received a knock in the 11th minute but continued and completed the full 90 minutes.
However, as Portsmouth bid for survival, Adams is one yellow card away from triggering a two-match suspension. He will need to navigate upcoming fixtures against Wrexham (A), Hull City (H), Blackburn Rovers (A), Swansea City (H), and former club Derby County (H) before the threat of a suspension is lifted.
So far this season, Adams has made eight appearances, completing six matches while scoring two goals and providing one assist.
Meanwhile, Adama Sidibeh scored his first league goal for Stockport County as the Hatters restored parity shortly before halftime against Wigan. Sidibeh connected with Diamond’s delivery from the right to convert from close range.
He had another chance in added time in the first half but blazed over the bar, while a goal-bound effort was later blocked by Morgan Fox. Sidibeh was eventually voted Man of the Match as Stockport County secured a convincing 4–1 victory over Wigan.
Italy
US Sassuolo registered a 3–0 win over Hellas Verona, with Domenico Berardi scoring a brace.
Alieu Fadera made his 24th appearance of the season, coming on in the 73rd minute to replace Armand Laurienté.
In the Primavera league, AS Roma U20 dropped points as ACF Fiorentina U20 returned to the top of the table. Frederik Tosku scored in stoppage time as Roma U20 continued to struggle at home. Gambian youngster Muhammed Bah assisted Almaviva in the 20th minute, registering his fourth assist of the season.
Sulayman Jallow played 85 minutes as Fiorentina U20 secured a 4–1 win over Lazio U20, a victory that took them to the top of the table with 46 points after Matchday 26.
Elsewhere, Frosinone Calcio recorded another vital home victory, moving out of the relegation zone after a thrilling nine-goal encounter against Inter Milan. Muhammed Colley scored his ninth goal of the season, making it 3–1 after converting a cross from the left into the bottom corner.
Czech Republic
SK Slavia Prague moved seven points clear at the top thanks to Chory’s penalty in the 59th minute. Youssoupha Sanyang came on in the 69th minute, replacing Chytil.
FK Jablonec also secured a 1–0 victory over MFK Karviná, with Lamin Jallow playing 71 minutes. Jablonec currently sit third on the table with 45 points.
Turkey
Karamba Gassama made his second league start and provided an assist for Gaziantep FK in their 2–1 defeat to Trabzonspor in the Turkish Super League.
In the Turkish U19 Super League, Ebrima Ceesay scored his fifth league goal for Samsunspor U19 in a 4–1 victory over Fatih Karagümrük U19.
Ceesay has featured for both the first team and youth team this season, showing impressive progress.
Slovakia
Pa Assan Corr made his second start for DAC 1904 and provided an assist in their 3–2 win over MFK Skalica in the Nike Liga. The contribution takes him to two goal involvements in six matches.
Sweden
Öster IF opened their Swedish Cup campaign with a 3–3 draw, with four of the goals scored from the penalty spot.
Musa Njie came off the bench and won a penalty, which was converted by Asl in the 91st minute.
Denmark
Young Gambian talents Mustapha Nyassi and Sheikh Jaw made their debut for FC Copenhagen U19 in a 1–1 draw against Vejle Boldklub U19 in the Danish U19 Super League.
The duo started the match, marking their first appearance since completing a landmark move from Real de Banjul FC to the Danish giants in November 2025.
