Striker James Debbah has declared his intention to play a role in Liberia's 2006 World Cup and Cup of Nations qualifier against Mali.

Debbah, who quit the team after the 2002 Cup of Nations in Mali, said his decision to return to the Lone Star was in the spirit of national reconciliation.

"This is a period of national reconciliation and peace. As a Liberian, I'm moved to rejoin the squad.

"I hope my example will lead other overseas players to return also," Debbah said.

Debbah said he had intimated Liberia's football officials of what he thought was needed to secure victory in the 6 June encounter.

"I told the officials that it was important that they made sure most of those called up arrive in time.

Oliver Makor of Ionikos in Greece, Zizi Roberts of MLS club Colorado Rapids and Prince Daye are the players Debbah thinks are needed in the squad.

"My coming back to the team does not mean we will win.

"We need experienced players and my participation will be doubtful if these players do not show up."

Manager Kadala Kromah called up a total of nine overseas-based players to beef up his squad for the game.