Recap
Philadelphia Lone Star FC-Liberia made a winning start to the 2023-24 season with a 3-2 victory away at Samira FC.
First half goals from Emmanuel Sumo, George Jangaley, and Jasper Toe Jr ensured a first three points of the season for the Stars in their debut season in Second Division.
The Stars took the lead in the 12th minute through Emmanuel Sumo with an assist from George Jangaley before the latter added his name on the scoresheet in the 19th minute off an assist from Jasper Toe Jr.
The Scorpions reduced the scoreline to 2-1 in the 27th minute before defender Jasper Toe Jr’s solo goal gave the Stars a 3-1 right at the stroke of half-time.
The Scorpions came back in the second half stronger and were able to reduce the deficit to 3-2 via the penalty spot in the 80th minute, but the Stars were able to hold on for their first three points of the season.