A storm of criticism has hit the Mighty Barrolle Sports Association following the abrupt dismissal of head coach Christian Mend, with many sports pundits, fans, and former players condemning the decision. The club announced this week that the coach had been relieved of his duties due to the team’s underwhelming performance in the Liberia National First Division League. However, this move has sparked a serious backlash from a large section of the club’s fanbase, who are accusing the team’s leadership of poor decision-making and mismanagement.
Barrolle’s decision to part ways with Mend comes after a disappointing start to the season, with the team failing to secure a win in their first four matches. Despite the team’s struggles, many fans believe the dismissal of the coach is an easy scapegoat for deeper issues within the club. The criticism centers not only on the team’s performance but also on the club’s failure to properly invest in the squad.
A wave of discontent has flooded social media, with many supporters of the “Kayan Pepper Boys” calling the decision the “worst in the club’s history.” In various posts, fans voiced their frustrations with the club’s management, questioning how the team could expect success when key players were sold off during the LFA transfer window without reinforcements being signed.
“How can Barrolle sack a coach citing poor performance when they sold all the good players without signing any?” one fan wrote on Facebook. “Coach Mend deserves better, and the club officials should be held accountable for this mess,” another post read. These sentiments were echoed across several online platforms, where the club’s decision was labeled as short-sighted and ill-advised.
Fans pointed out that the team’s poor performance could not be solely blamed on the coach, especially given the lack of investment in the squad. “Barrolle used to be one of the top teams in Liberia, but the leadership has failed to set proper standards for the development of football in the country,” one frustrated supporter added. “How can a club like Barrolle not have its own training pitch or even office space? Are they joking with the future of Liberian football?”
In addition to questions about the club’s transfer activities, there were also complaints about the lack of facilities and poor management within the club itself. Fans accused the club’s leadership of neglecting the needs of both players and coaching staff, which may have contributed to the team’s struggles.
With the dismissal of Mend, Barrolle has turned to a new face to lead the team. Sekou Manubah, head coach of Liberia’s Under-17 Women’s National Team, has been appointed as the new head coach of the Rollers. Manubah, who made his name guiding the young female national team in international competitions, is now tasked with turning around the fortunes of the club in the current First Division League season.
The appointment of Manubah has been met with cautious optimism by some fans, but many still remain skeptical about the long-term direction of the club, given the ongoing internal challenges. For now, Barrolle fans are hopeful that Manubah’s leadership can bring the much-needed stability and improvement to a team that has yet to find its footing in the league this season.
Despite the change in leadership, the future of Mighty Barrolle remains uncertain, with fans and pundits alike calling for a more comprehensive overhaul of the club’s management and operations. The club’s alleged failure to properly manage its finances, attract new talent, and build solid infrastructure continues to be a point of contention.
As the Kayan Pepper Boys aim to turn around their fortunes under new guidance, the club’s fans are watching closely. Barrolle’s next few matches will be critical in determining whether Coach Manubah can revive the team’s performance and give fans something to cheer about. However, beyond the pitch, many believe the real challenge lies in addressing the deeper structural issues that continue to hamper the club’s potential.
