Monrovia – The final four of the 2025 Bettomax Champions Cup have been confirmed, with Heaven Eleven, Global Pharma, Bea Mountain, and Freeport FC booking their places in the semifinals following an exciting group stage.

By Christopher C. Walker 0777898224/0886723075 christopherc.walker@frontpageafricaonline.com

The inaugural edition of the tournament, which started on August 23 and will conclude on September 7, is part of a three-year partnership with the Liberia Football Association. The competition features the top eight teams from the First Division League at the end of every season and is scheduled to be held at the start of every league season. Clubs are also competing for a cash prize of $15,000 for the winner.

Global Pharma topped Group B with seven points, scoring four goals and conceding just one. The Bushrod Island–based club, currently in the process of a name change to Borough FC, began their campaign with a comfortable 2–0 win over Discoveries FC, followed by a 1–0 victory against Watanga FC. They ended the group stage with a 1–1 draw in the highly anticipated Bushrod Derby against Freeport FC, securing top spot in the group.

Freeport FC also advanced from Group B, finishing second with five points from one win and two draws. Their resilience ensured they remained in contention for the Champions Cup trophy.

In Group A, Bea Mountain qualified for the semifinals with seven points, recording two wins and a draw, while Heaven Eleven finished second with six points, registering two wins but suffering one loss.

Clubs that failed to reach the semifinals include Discoveries FC and Watanga FC. Interestingly, Watanga, one of the tournament sponsors, did not score a goal throughout the competition, losing all three of their games. Discoveries managed one win and one draw but were eliminated, while Blackman Warriors and Paynesville also failed to progress after winless group stage campaigns.

The upcoming semifinals promise high-stakes encounters as Heaven Eleven, Global Pharma (soon-to-be Borough FC), Bea Mountain, and Freeport FC vie for a place in the Bettomax Champions Cup final and the $15,000 cash prize. Football fans in Liberia can look forward to thrilling matches as the tournament heads into its decisive stage.

Monrovia—Former Bea Mountain and Barack Young Controllers defender Karleo Karfiah has signed with Liberia’s first-division club, Global Pharma Football Club, on a free transfer.

By: Christopher C. Walker (christopherc.walker@frontpageafriaconline.com)

According to a release from the club, Karleo signed a two-season deal with the New Kru Town-based club, with an option to extend based on performance. 

Karleo, who grew up in New Kru Town, expressed excitement about joining the team from his hometown.

“Global Pharma FC is delighted to announce the signing of Karleo Karfiah on a free transfer,” the club’s statement read.

Karleo, one of Liberia’s most accomplished footballers, has won over ten trophies throughout his career, including playing in the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup with the now-defunct Barrack Young Controllers. He has also represented Liberia on numerous occasions, notably playing under former national team coach James Debbah.

In his statement, Karleo said the opportunity to represent his hometown team was one he could not pass up.

“Global Pharma is one of the best clubs in the country, and the chance to come here and play is something I couldn’t turn down,” Karleo said. 

Karleo words: “New Kru Town is where it all started for me as a kid, and I am happy to represent a club from my hometown.”

The veteran defender added that he is eager to contribute to the club’s success and to continue building on his career achievements.

“There’s a lot more I want to achieve, and I know I’m joining a squad full of great players with the same determination to win matches and trophies. After speaking with the coach, I can see how much progress has been made over the last few seasons, and I’m excited to be part of that journey,” he said. 

For his part, Global Pharma’s president, Sylvanus Morris, expressed his satisfaction with the signing, noting that Karleo’s leadership and experience would be invaluable to the team.

“I’m absolutely delighted that we’ve managed to secure one of the best defenders in the country,” Morris said. 

“Karleo is a proven winner, and we’ve tracked him for a long time. His skill set and leadership will be a great addition to our defensive lineup,” Morris noted. 

The Global Pharma’s president added that while Karleo has won everything there is to win, his hunger for success remains strong, and the club looks forward to welcoming him to the squad

Monrovia- Global Pharma FC, Mighty Barrolle and LISCR FC  secure crucial wins,  as Nimba Kwado stun Watanga to a  second-half draw in the Liberia Football Association first division league.

BY: Christopher C. Walker 0777898224/0886723075 christopherc.walker5@frontapgeafricaonline.com

Newly promoted Liberia Football Association first division outfit Global Pharma FC secured its first back-to-back wins of the season as they beat Invincible Eleven (IE) 3-0 on Sunday afternoon at the Antoinette Tubman Stadium in central Monrovia.

Randy Dukuly scored his first goal of the season while Nicolas Blapoh and Amadiah Kawah netted   a goal each to give Keatu Smith’s  boys all three points.

The Pharmacists started the game very aggressive as they came close to score after 20 seconds of the match but Menjestu Klarry shot traveled an inch from goal.

IE later had some impressive moments but their attackers were unable to break the defense of Global Pharma FC.

The yellow boys captain Elijah Clark fought to put his team ahead on three occasions but was denied twice and his close range effort was deflected for corner kick.

Randy Dukuly open the scoring for the Pharmacists in the 20^th minute with a fast touch on a delicious cross from James Richardson while Nicolas Blapoh double Global lead on 34 minutes to end the first half 2-0 to the Pharmacists.

After the break Global Pharma put the game to bed with a solo drive from Amadiah Kawah who place the ball far from IE keeper.

IE later brought in former LFA MVP Fred Brooks who tried to controlled the game but could not prevent his side from going down 3-0.

The pharmacists who gain promotion to the first league at the end of last season as champions of the Second Division have struggled for wins but got their first win over Cece United on Wednesday with a narrow 1-0 win and made it two straight wins on Sunday against IE who defeated Freeport FC  3-1 on Wednesday.

Sunday’s result move Global Pharma up the table from 10^th  place to 8^th  place with 9 points from seven matches while IE drop from 9^th place to 12^th place  in the relegation zone with 6 points from seven games.

Mighty Barrolle vs Heaven Eleven

Mighty Barrolle thrashed high flying Heaven Eleven 6-3 in Buchanan City Grand Bassa County at the Dorris Williams sports stadium.

Heaven Eleven went into to the match following their impressive form in the league and were hoping to continue same but the “Rollers” prove to be too strong for the “Messengers” who topped the league table for four weeks running.

Barrolle now move to 2^nd place on the table with 14 points from seven games while Heaven Eleven drop to 3^rd place on 13 points from similar games played.

LISCFR FC vs LPRC Oilers 

Champions LISCR FC ended LPRC Oilers undefeated run in the League as the “Shipping Boy” beat the Oil boys 1-0 in an intensive match at the Tusa Field in Gardnersville.

Prior to Sunday’s encounter LPRC went six games undefeated winning  two and drawing four and were hoping to extend their unbeaten run but the champions proved why they are triple champions of Liberia.

Last season top goal scorer Christopher Jackson score the game only goal to break Oilers record.

LISCR however move at the top of the table with 16 points from seven matches while LPRC remain 7^th place with 10 points from seven games.

 Watanga vs Nimba Kwado

The highlight of the weekend was the game involving Watanga FC and Nimba. The boys from Nimba County fought their way back to secured a point away from home.

Watanga FC took complete control of the match in the 40^th minute after Tamba Gbollie found the back of the net.

However, Boakai Balo stunned Watanga FC with a 90 + 1-minute goal to rescued a point for Nimba Kwado.

The result puts Watanga at 5^th place while with 11 points while Kwado is at 10^th place with seven points.

Paynesville FC vs Cece United

Paynesville FC hope of ending the league with a trophy continues as they handed United their sixth defeats of the season following a 1-0 victory.

Cece United who has secured only  a win in seven games suffered their second successive 1-0 defeat to keep them in the relegation zone at 13^th place with three points while Paynesville FC move to 4^th place with 12 points.

Bea Mountain vs FC Kallon –Liberia

Bea Mountain sealed a 2-1 victory over FC Kallon Liberia in the late kickoff at the ATS with William Freeman and Ishmael Dumbouya getting their goals in the 3^rd and 10^th minute of the match respectively.

FC Kallon –Liberia fought their way back in the match and got a consolation goal through their striker Mark Yallah as the entertaining match ended 2-1 to the” Gold Boys” of Bea Mountain

Bea Mountain who went undefeated last season but missed out on the title for the first time this season won back to back games to put them 6^th place with 11 points while FC Kallon –Liberia is at 11^th place with seven points.

Freeport FC vs NPA Anchors

In a match both teams saw red cards nine men Freeport FC defeated NPA Anchors 1-0 at the Tusa Field in Gardnersville.

Patrick Dweh got the match only goal in the 63^rd minute of the match to give his side Freeport FC all three points.

Sunday’s result put the Go Green Boys of Freeport FC to 9^th place with eight points while NPA Anchors is at the bottom of the table with two points.