Africa Cup of Nations: Goalkeeper who was part of Sierra Leone squad in match against Kenya dies

Sierra Leone's goalkeeper Alhaji Dauda Conteh has died, aged 25, in a hospital in Freetown.

Conteh began his professional career with his local, Kissy Community before moving to East End Lions, F.C Kallon and  Diamond Stars, and had received several call-ups to Sierra Leone's squad.

According="http://www.bbc.com/sport/football/40548717?ocid=socialflow_facebook"> BBC<, Conteh, who was part of Sierra Leone squad as sub goalkeeper in Africa Cup of Nations match against Kenya where 10 man Harambee Stars lost 2-1 to Sierra Leone- passed away after a short illness.

Despite being in the lineup that defeated Kenya, the 25 year old was left out of the playing squad due to illness in the team’s camp.