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World Cup 2026 Draw Reveals Full Group Stage Across 48 Teams
Addis Ababa, December 5, 2025 (FMC) — The draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been completed, setting the stage for the expanded 48-team tournament across the United States, Canada, and…
Historic 48‑team FIFA World Cup 2026 draw scheduled for Friday in Washington, D.C.
Addis Ababa, December 4, 2025 (FMC) — The football world will converge on the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. this Friday, 5 December 2025, as the final…
AFCON Player Release Deadline Extended to December 15
Addis Ababa, December 3, 2025 (FMC) – Clubs have been granted an extension for releasing players ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with the new deadline set for December 15.
The…
Melknat Wudu and Yismaw Dilu Triumph at 25th Great Ethiopian Run
Addis Ababa, November 23, 2025 (FMC) — Melknat Wudu and Yismaw Dilu claimed top honors at the 2025 Great Ethiopian Run, celebrating the event’s 25th anniversary with remarkable performances.…
PM Abiy, CAF President Motsepe Discuss Ethiopia’s Role in Advancing African Football
Addis Ababa, November 23, 2025 (FMC) — Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed held a productive discussion this morning with Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Dr. Patrice Motsepe on the…
Great Ethiopian Run Celebrates 25 Years with Record-Breaking Turnout in Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, November 23, 2025 (FMC) — Thousands of runners flooded Meskel Square today as the Great Ethiopian Run marked its 25th anniversary, drawing over 55,000 participants to Africa’s…
Ethiopia’s Rising Stars Reach Finals at 2025 World Athletics Awards
Addis Ababa, November 11, 2025 (FMC) — Ethiopia’s next generation of athletic talent continues to shine on the world stage, with two of the country’s young runners advancing to the finals of…
FIFA introduces annual ‘Peace Prize’ to promote global unity through football
Addis Ababa, November 6, 2025 (FMC) — The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has announced the establishment of a new annual accolade known as the FIFA Peace Prize –…
Yomif Kejelcha Nominated for 2025 World Athletics Out of Stadium Athlete of the Year
Addis Ababa, October 27, 2025 (FMC) — Ethiopia’s long-distance sensation Yomif Kejelcha has been nominated for the Male Out of Stadium Athlete of the Year at the 2025 World Athletics Awards,…
Yomif Kejelcha Defends Valencia Half Marathon Title with Commanding Performance
Addis Ababa, October 26, 2025 (FMC) — Ethiopia’s Yomif Kejelcha delivered a commanding performance to defend his title at the Valencia Half Marathon (Medio Maratón de Valencia Trinidad…