Puntland Vice President Kicks Off In Garowe The Puntland Football Tournament

Garowe, (Idil News) – 10 December 2024, The 10th Puntland Regional Football Tournament officially commenced on Tuesday afternoon in Garowe with a colorful opening ceremony graced by Puntland Vice President Ilyas Osman Lugator. The competition organized by the Puntland Football Association (PFA) in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth and Sports and sponsored by Golis Telecom, the tournament brings together teams from nine regions of Puntland in a bid to promote peace, unity, and development through sports.

Vice President Lugator lauded the regular organization of the competition and highlighted its contribution to promoting social integration and development.

1/2 Madaxweyne Ku-xigeenka Dowladda Puntland Mudane @HELugatoor, ayaa galabta furay tartanka koobka kubadda cagta Gobolada Puntland oo ah kii 10-aad ee la qabto, oo sanadka ay martigelinayso caasimadda Garoowe.

Madaxweyne Ku-xigeenka Dowladda Puntland ayaa muujiyey pic.twitter.com/6QjT1IfiRn
— Puntland State House (@Plstatehouse) December 10, 2024

Sports play a crucial role in uniting communities and encouraging youth engagement. We are proud of our Ministry of Youth and Sports under the leadership of Minister Hodan Said Hassan for their efforts in making this event a success.

He also extended his gratitude to the PFA, regional administrations, players, fans and Golis Telecom for their pivotal roles in making the tournament a reality.

muhiimada ay Dowladdu siisay in joogto loo qabto tartanka Ciyaaraha Gobolada Puntland, maadaama ciyaaruhu ay ka qeyb qaataan nabadgelyada, isdhexgalka bulshada & horumarka, Wuxuuna boggaadiyay Wasaaradda Ciyaaraha, Xiriirka kubadda cagta, Ciyaartooyda & dhammaan taageerayaasha. pic.twitter.com/ojahHas9gr
— Puntland State House (@Plstatehouse) December 10, 2024

Tournament Structure

The month-long competition will see teams representing Puntland nine regions: Bari, Ceyn, Karkaar, Mudug, Nugaal, Haylaan, Raas Casayr, Sanaag, and Sool. Matches are being held at Mire Aware Stadium with most games starting at 3:30 PM, except for semi-finals and the final, which are set for 3:00 PM.

In the group stage, each team will compete against others in their respective groups to secure a place in the knockout stage.

The semi-finals are scheduled for December 27 and 28, with the final match slated for December 31 to crown the regional champion.

Opening Match

The tournament kicked off with an exciting opening match between the Nugaal region, nicknamed (The Horses) and Raas Casayr, known as (The Fishers) Nugaal secured a 1-0 victory, thanks to a decisive goal by Abbaska,

Unity Through Sports

The Puntland Regional Football Tournament has become a cornerstone event in the region that promotes fitness competition and camaraderie for the youth while strengthening peace in the region. The competition also serves as a platform to showcase budding talent, with many young players aspiring to represent Somalia at the national and international levels.