Alasana Camara says he feels finally settled at Real de Banjul after scoring match-winning goals in successive games for the City Boys against Gamtel FC and PSV Wellingara. The attacking midfielder and winger, who is enjoying a breakthrough season at Real de Banjul under Estonian coach Vjatšeslav Zahovaiko, has netted three crucial goals which turned to be winners against his former club, Hawks FC, recently against Gamtel FC and PSV Wellingara respectively. He was elated after his match-winning goal against PSV saying: “I am very happy to score the winner for my teammates, the coaches and fans of Real de Banjul.” The left-footed midfielder is finally enjoying a breakthrough season with the City Boys after joining the club two seasons ago. He said: “My first season in Real de Banjul was very difficult, I could only play five times. I was sent on loan in my second season and it was tough but I am very happy and I feel settled now after playing week-in-week-out this season.” The teenager joined the City Boys with a winger profile but the coming of Zahovaiko saw him play through the middle or behind the striker. “Slava (Vjatšeslav Zahovaiko) started playing me in midfield because he believed I can perform there. He told me not to keep the ball long and that has helped me a lot. Slava has changed a lot about me and that is really helping my development,” the lethal left-footer said of his role change. Alasana who’s fondly called ‘Forlan’ for his shooting prowess, has also earned recognition from the Gambia U-23 where he also scored in a friendly against FIFA U-20 World Cup Argentina-bound Gambia U-20s. This is what Vjatšeslav Zahovaiko have to say on Alasana Camara’s development under him so far. “We had a good conversation with Alasana last year in December. It was a man to man talk. I saw immediately that he has talent. The problem was his attitude and lack of discipline but I am very happy for him because after the talk, Alasana started working hard and changed his mentality and attitude as well.” Slava added: “We set goals for the season together and now I am happy that he is working on that direction. After moving him to midfield, we saw what he is capable of. Alasana is a very creative player with good vision and technique as well. I am sure he can do more in the final zone. He can initiate good attacks by pass or fast driving. And he has also good nose for goal scoring positioning.” “He has been improving his shooting technique and he is a very important player for our team. He is a good example for everyone in our team. He is aggressive in defense and working hard every day for teammates. He is smart and an intelligent player. I hope he continues growing.”

Real de Banjul Assistant Coach Ebrima Jatta says the City Boys had to change their approach after successive defeats to claim two successive victories against Gamtel FC and PSV Wellingara. Real de Banjul suffered three successive defeats Falcons FC, Marimoo FC and Samger FC respectively before bouncing back to victories over Gamtel FC and PSV Wellingara. “I thank the Almighty Allah that we are very much back to winning ways. Real de Banjul is a big club and going through three defeats is unacceptable,” assistant Ebrima Jatta who was tasked with media duties by head coach Vjatšeslav Zahovaiko, said after the win over PSV Wellingara. Coach Ebrima, commonly known as ‘Giggs’ went on to praise the club’s executive for intervening during the drop in form by motivating the team and vowed that the City Boys are still playing to win the league. “We appreciate the motivation the club executive gave the team, it has also helped. The motivational speeches from coaches and everyone really helped. We will go game by game but we are playing to win the league because we are Real de Banjul!” Jatta also reserved some praise for the players for their performances in the last two games saying: “The player’s showed dedication and commitment to duties. They fought tooth-and-nail in making sure they get the maximum three points.” He added: “The coming games will not be easy but this is Real de Banjul, we like to play in big games. Our most difficult games are against so-called ‘smaller teams’ but when we play against sides that want to compete us, it’s easy.” The City Boys lie second on the league table, five points behind Falcons FC who have played a game less. After playing at home after three games, the City Boys will go away again to play Greater Tomorrow on Tuesday, 16th May at the Box-Bar mini Stadium in Brikama.

Real de Banjul Football Club is delighted to announce the transfer of defender Yaya Bojang on a six-month loan deal to Danish Superliga club Odense Boldklub. Defender Bojang, who can also play as a defensive midfielder, was on trial in Odense where he impressed the club’s coaching staff who have now found an agreement with Real de Banjul for a loan with a buying option. Bojang will start with the Odense U19 team before eventually promoted to the club’s first team. Club President, William Abraham, was elated with the move of Yaya, saying it is a continuation of the work and reputation the club has had in Denmark over the years. “We as a club are happy for Yaya who deserves this chance. His qualities as a defender speaks for itself and we are happy he’s had this chance which I’m positive he will take with both hands,” Abraham said. Abraham added: “Odense is a good club that is beginning to be successful with Gambian players and I’m sure Yaya will not be an exception. I know what he can do and I know he will be a gem for OB.” The 18-year-old Bojang meanwhile says he’s happy with the chance to play professional football and thanked Real de Banjul for the opportunity. “I’m grateful to Real de Banjul for the chance and I can’t thank them enough. The management, coaches and my teammates have been helpful and all contributed to making me the player I am today – I thank them and wish the team all the best of luck for the rest of the season.” Yaya will officially join Odense on 1 July and will play for them until 31 December after which his buy option can be exercised. Everyone at Real de Banjul will like to wish Yaya all the best as he begins his professional football career with Odense.