Abdulai Juma Bah Shines as RC Lens Secures Crucial Ligue 1 Victory
Sierra Leone Defender Delivers Commanding Performance Against Saint-Etienne
Sierra Leone international defender Abdulai Juma Bah put in another stellar performance for RC Lens on Sunday, playing the full 90 minutes in their hard-fought 1-0 victory over AS Saint-Etienne. The crucial Ligue 1 win keeps Lens’s European competition hopes alive while intensifying relegation concerns for their opponents.
Defensive Masterclass From Bah
The 24-year-old center-back has become an increasingly influential figure in Lens’s defense, contributing significantly to their solid performance that resulted in a vital clean sheet. Remarkably, this marked Bah’s third consecutive start – with Lens keeping clean sheets in all three matches.
The tightly contested encounter was decided by a 75th-minute strike from forward Goduine Koyalipou. This 28th-round victory provides a significant boost to Lens’s league position while leaving Saint-Etienne hovering just above the relegation zone in 17th place.
Rising Star of Sierra Leone Football
Abdulai Juma Bah continues to establish himself as one of Sierra Leone’s most promising football exports. Known for his:
- Strong tackling ability
- Dominant aerial presence
- Composure in possession
The versatile defender has become a consistent starter under manager Will Still, with his recent performances demonstrating both growing confidence and the coaching staff’s trust in his abilities.
This match further cements Bah’s reputation as a reliable defensive presence in one of Europe’s top leagues, while also boosting RC Lens’s ambitions for continental qualification.
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