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Ethiopian Football Federation President Isayas Jira is set to secure a new term at the helm of the country’s football governing body after being confirmed as the sole verified candidate for the upcoming presidential vote. The election is scheduled to take place on September 15, 2026 during the federation’s Annual General Assembly. The EFF Electoral […] The post Isayas Jira Stand Unopposed for EFF…
Senegal national team has officially appointed former Arsenal and France legend Patrick Vieira as their new head coach. The 50 year old manager takes charge of his country of birth as Senegal prepares for their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Senegal will face the Ethiopian national team in Group J Matchday 2 on September […] The post Ethiopian Opponent in AFCON Qualifiers Appoints…
In one of the most high-profile moves of the domestic transfer window, star striker Abubeker Nassir has completed a return to domestic football, signing a two-year deal with Mechal. Abubeker burst onto the scene with Harar City’s youth setup before joining Ethiopia Bunna, where he established himself as one of the country’s most lethal forwards. […] The post Star Forward Abubeker Nassir Returns…
Fixture details have been confirmed for Ethiopia’s CAF Champions League flagbearers Sidama Bunna in their preliminary round tie against Chadian outfit Les Aiglons N’Djamena. Sidama Bunna will play the first leg away from home on Saturday, September 5 at the Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno in N’Djamena. The decisive second leg will take place […] The post Sidama Bunna CAF Champions League…
Ethiopian representative Welwalo Adigrat University has learned the dates and venues for its upcoming CAF Confederation Cup preliminary round fixtures against Sudanese side Al Hilal Al Sahel. As previously reported the away leg will take place at a neutral venue due to the current security situation in Sudan. That decision has now been fully confirmed […] The post Dates and Venues Confirmed for…
Sheger City has continued to bolster its squad by securing the signatures of three new players. Umed Upit joins Sheger on a two-year deal following an impressive campaign with Furi in the 2025/26 Ethiopian League One, where he scored 12 goals. Another promising attacking talent from League One Endalkachew Taddele also makes his way to […] The post Sheger City Add Three New Players appeared first…
The Ethiopian National Team has officially commenced preparations for their upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign. Head coach Yohannes Sahle called up 39 players to report to the Jupiter Hotel on Friday August 14, with 31 squad members currently present. Under the supervision of physical fitness expert Dr. Elias Abishakra, the squad underwent […] The post Inside Ethiopia’s AFCON…
Welwalo AU have further strengthened their squad with three new signings ahead of their upcoming CAF Confederation Cup campaign, while the date for the start of their pre-season preparations confirmed. The Ethiopian Cup winners have been active in the ongoing transfer window, balancing key contract renewals with new additions. Having completed their official player registration […] The post…
Newly promoted Ethiopian Premier League side Gamo Chencha have continued their transfer window activity by securing two key additions ahead of their historic top-flight campaign under head coach Mateos Lema. The club has finalized the signing of central defender Tukusu Getachew. The defender brings reliable experience in lower leagues having previously featured for Bule Hora, […] The post Gamo…
In a significant boost for Ethiopian football, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially granted Bahir Dar Stadium a temporary Category 3 approval. According to a statement released by the Ethiopian Football Federation, the approval follows a recent on-site inspection and evaluation by CAF officials, clearing the venue to host an upcoming home international […] The post Ethiopia…
