
Charleston Battery's Augi Williams Called up by Sierra Leone for AFCON Qualifier
September 6, 2023 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Charleston Battery News Release
CHARLESTON, S.C. - Charleston Battery forward Augi Williams has been selected by the Sierra Leone national team for the country's upcoming qualification match for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Williams (seven caps) rejoins the Leone Stars after playing a full 90 minutes in their previous qualifier in June against Nigeria.
Sierra Leone will face Guinea-Bissau in the final qualification round, taking place on Mon., Sept. 11, at the Estádio 24 de Setembro in Bissau at 12 p.m. ET.
The call-up comes on the heels of a strong 2023 campaign for Williams so far. The striker leads the Battery in goals with 12 across all competitions, eight of which have been match-winners.
Williams is set to return from international duty following the AFCON qualifier and ahead of the Battery's away fixture against Loudoun United FC on Sat., Sept. 16.
United Soccer League Championship Stories from September 6, 2023
- Rowdies Fall in Memphis 3-2 - Tampa Bay Rowdies
- Memphis 901 FC Rallies in Final Minutes to Down Tampa Bay Rowdies 3-2 in Stoppage Time - Memphis 901 FC
- Memphis 901 FC Rallies in Final Minutes to Down Tampa Bay Rowdies 3-2 in Stoppage Time - Memphis 901 FC
- Academy News and Notes: Tune up Matches Prep Development Teams for MLS Next Play - Sacramento Republic FC
- Switchbacks FC Acquire Defender Delentz Pierre on Loan from Real Salt Lake - Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC
- AleSmith and San Diego Loyal SC Team up on New Beer Release - San Diego Loyal
- USL Championship, League One Standouts Called up for September International Window - USL
- Ex-Lights FC Player Signs with FC Barcelona - Las Vegas Lights FC
- Charleston Battery's Augi Williams Called up by Sierra Leone for AFCON Qualifier - Charleston Battery
- Oakland Roots Sports Club Announces California State University, East Bay as 2024 Venue - Oakland Roots
- Keys to the Match: Back Home for Tampa Bay, Ready to Climb the Table - Memphis 901 FC
- San Antonio FC Defenders Shannon Gomez and Ismaila Jome Called up to National Teams - San Antonio FC
- Rowdies Raiko Arozarena Called up for Cuba's CONCACAF Nations League Matches - Tampa Bay Rowdies
The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.
Other Recent Charleston Battery Stories
- Charleston Battery's Graham Smith Wins USL Championship Defender of the Year Award
- Battery Fall 1-2 to Rhode Island in Eastern Conference Final
- Molloy and Markanich Lift Battery Past Tampa Bay, Advance to Conference Final
- Charleston Battery Unveil 2024 Playoff Kit Ahead of Eastern Conference Quarterfinals
- Nick Markanich Wins 2024 USL Championship Golden Boot

