D-Day On Sunday At SK Doe Stadium After Historic 3–0 Triumph
By Emmanuel Koffa
PYNESVILLE, Liberia — Joy, pride, and celebration erupted across Grand Kru County as its gallant football team powered into the Grand Final of the 2025/2026 National County Sports Meet, delivering a breathtaking 3–0 victory over the much-hyped Grand Cape Mount County at the SKD Sports Complex.
Grand Kru’s victory takes the southeastern county into the grand final this Sunday, January 18, 2026 against the northeastern Nimba County.
Against all odds and under the bright lights of the nation’s biggest sporting arena, the Southeastern warriors played with heart, hunger, and unity.
Leading the charge was inspirational captain Varney B. Varney, whose brilliance in the second half shattered Cape Mount’s resistance. Varney struck in the 74th minute, then returned in the 83rd minute with another decisive finish that sent Grand Kru fans into uncontrollable celebration.
As the clock ticked down and hope faded for their opponents, Grand Kru delivered the final statement.
In the dying moments of stoppage time, A. Wlatee Wollor surged forward from the back, latched onto a perfectly weighted assist from his captain, and calmly buried the third goal—sealing a famous night and etching the team’s name into history.
The thunderous performance has now set up a mouthwatering Grand Final clash against Nimba County on Sunday, as Grand Kru County marches forward in pursuit of ultimate glory.
Adding to the emotional moment, former President and global football icon George Manneh Weah extended his heartfelt congratulations to the team.
In a brief but powerful message shared after the match, he wrote: “El Mel ar nu na ooo. A ton neh ni bor lor bla bleh. Congratulations!”
The message, delivered in a blend of local expression and English, has deeply resonated with players, officials, and supporters, serving as a powerful morale booster from Liberia’s most celebrated football legend.
As celebrations continue across the county, Grand Kru County stands united—its people proud, its players fearless, and its dream alive.
With passion in their hearts and history within reach, the Southeastern giants now prepare for one final battle, carrying the hopes of an entire county onto the grandest stage.