Three-Time African Champions Set Their Sights on Glory at the 2026 Amputee World Cup in Costa Rica
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!While Liberia continues to search for consistent success in mainstream football, one national team has quietly built an extraordinary legacy that has earned admiration across Africa and respect around the world.
The Liberia Lone Star Amputee Football Team has become one of the country’s greatest sporting success stories, consistently flying the Liberian flag high on the international stage through resilience, determination, and excellence.
Over the years, the team has established itself as a powerhouse in African amputee football, winning the African Amputee Cup of Nations an impressive three times, a remarkable achievement that places Liberia among the continent’s elite.
Their outstanding record also includes finishing as African runners-up once, securing third place on another occasion, and claiming a silver medal at the West Africa Para Games, further demonstrating the team’s consistency at the highest level of competition.
Beyond Africa, the Lone Star Amputees proudly represented Liberia at the 2022 Amputee Football World Cup in Istanbul, Türkiye, where they finished 17th in the world against some of the strongest amputee football nations. Their performance showcased Liberia’s ability to compete on the global stage despite limited resources and support.
Now, the national team is preparing for another historic opportunity as they head to Costa Rica to represent Liberia at the 2026 Amputee Football World Cup. The tournament presents another chance for these exceptional athletes to demonstrate their talent, inspire millions, and once again bring international recognition to their homeland.
Their journey is more than football. It is a story of courage, perseverance, and overcoming adversity. Every match they play reflects the determination of athletes who have refused to let physical disability define their limits, inspiring countless Liberians and people around the world.
Many sports observers believe the achievements of the Lone Star Amputees deserve greater national recognition. With three continental titles and a sustained record of international success, the team stands among the most accomplished national football teams Liberia has ever produced.
As the players prepare to compete on the world’s biggest amputee football stage, Liberians from every corner of the country are rallying behind them with hope and pride.
The nation wishes the Lone Star Amputees a successful campaign in Costa Rica. May they compete with passion, unity, and the indomitable Liberian spirit that has defined their remarkable journey.
Liberia Lone Star Amputees – Major Achievements
- Three-time African Amputee Cup of Nations Champions
- African Cup of Nations Runners-up (1)
- African Cup of Nations Third-Place Finish (1)
- West Africa Para Games Silver Medalists
- 17th Place at the 2022 Amputee Football World Cup in Istanbul, Türkiye
- Qualified to represent Liberia at the 2026 Amputee Football World Cup in Costa Rica
As they embark on another chapter in their remarkable journey, one message echoes across the nation:
Go Team Liberia! Continue making the country proud. The Lone Star Amputees have already written one of the greatest success stories in Liberian football history, and the best may still be yet to come.
