Liberia Approves Major Football Projects as Election Storm Brews

The Liberia Football Association (LFA) has approved a series of major development projects. The decision comes just ahead of the association's 2026 elections. The LFA's Executive Committee approved the projects this week. They include installing stadium lighting, buying transportation for clubs, and building new artificial football pitches. Critics are now questioning the move. They argue the timing is suspicious so close to an election. Some also challenge the legal authority of the current committee to approve such large projects. The LFA has not yet responded to these criticisms. The approved projects are all aimed at improving football infrastructure across Liberia.