Ethiopian news in English · Sports
The latest news from Ethiopia, from Tikvah, Addis Standard, The Reporter, BBC and more, summarized in English. Updated every 15 minutes.
- Ethiopian Athletics Doping Concerns and Recent Racing Results
DW Amharic · The use of performance-enhancing drugs (doping) in Ethiopian athletics has reached an alarming level, according to a consultative meeting held by the Athletics Federat…
- Arsenal wins at Liverpool's Anfield
BBC Afaan Oromoo · Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory at Anfield, ending a 14-year winless streak at the venue. Kai Havertz scored the decisive goal, helping Arsenal reach 24 points and take …
- Ethiopian Anti-Doping Authority: 89% of Athlete Evidence Fabricated
The Reporter · The Ethiopian Anti-Doping Authority has revealed that 89 percent of evidence submitted by athletes in doping cases is unreliable or fabricated. Director General Mekonn…
- Experiences of Female Bodybuilders in EthiopiaBBC Tigrinya ·
21-year-old Edom Ferezewod and 20-year-old Meron Hirpo discuss the challenges faced by female bodybuilders in Ethiopia. They highlight societal misconceptions, critici…
- Bahir Dar fans commemorate Aleligne Azene; update on legal case provided
Tikvah Ethiopia · During the derby match between Bahir Dar City and Fasil Kenema, Bahir Dar fans paid tribute to their former player, the late Aleligne Azene, in the 23rd minute of the …
- Fasil Kenema and Bahir Dar City draw in derby matchTikvah Ethiopia ·
Amhara regional football clubs Fasil Kenema and Bahir Dar City played their highly anticipated derby match at the Bahir Dar International Stadium. This was the first d…
- Ashenafi Tewodros: A Footballer's Dream Facing HardshipThe Reporter ·
18-year-old Ashenafi Tewodros is striving to become a professional footballer despite lacking basic equipment and proper training facilities. He previously missed an o…
- Harry Kane wins 2026 Ballon d'OrBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Bayern Munich and England striker Harry Kane has won the 2026 Ballon d'Or, making history for his country and club. The 33-year-old is the first Englishman to win the …
- Who will win the Ballon d'Or? Expert predictionsBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Experts have weighed in on who might win this year's Ballon d'Or award. Notable contenders include Lamine Yamal, Harry Kane, Lionel Messi, and Kylian Mbappé. BBC Sport…
- Manchester United Coach Carrick Dismisses Criticism of the TeamBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Manchester United coach Michael Carrick has dismissed claims from fans and former players that the club is beyond repair. The team faces significant pressure after fai…
- Manchester United's Ongoing Decline and Managerial CrisisBBC Tigrinya ·
Manchester United continues to face a prolonged crisis since the departure of Sir Alex Ferguson. Michael Carrick has become the latest manager to struggle under the im…
- Ethiopian Athlete Ruti Aga Banned for Six YearsBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Ethiopian marathon runner Ruti Aga has been banned from athletics for six years after testing positive for the prohibited substance methylprednisolone. The 32-year-old…
- Arsenal's Eberechi Eze facing form strugglesBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Arsenal midfielder Eberechi Eze is currently struggling to regain the form that made him a key player at Crystal Palace. Despite being in the starting lineup for the r…
- CAF Delegation Inspects Ethiopia's Readiness for 2028 AFCON BidThe Reporter ·
A technical evaluation team from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has completed an intensive on-site assessment to verify Ethiopia's readiness to host the 2…
- Eritrean National Cycling Team Heads to Kenya for 2026 African ChampionshipBBC Tigrinya ·
The Eritrean national cycling team has departed for the 2026 African Cycling Championship, which will take place in Kisumu, Kenya, from October 21 to 25. Led by coach …
- Manchester City Appeals Against 115 ChargesBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Manchester City has formally appealed against the 115 charges of breaching Premier League financial regulations. The club stands accused of inflating its revenue by ov…
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino apologizes over 'FIFA Forward Enterprise' planBBC Tigrinya ·
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has apologized to the FIFA Council regarding a secret proposal known as 'FIFA Forward Enterprise' (FFE), which aimed to sell a portion …
- Ethiopia, Kenya, and Uganda secure wins in 2028 Olympic qualifiersThe Reporter ·
Three teams from the CECAFA zone, including Ethiopia, Kenya, and Uganda, have secured victories in the second round of the 2028 CAF Women's Olympic Games qualifiers. T…
- Hawi Feysa and Jacob Kiplimo return to defend Chicago Marathon titlesThe Reporter ·
Ethiopian athlete Hawi Feysa and Jacob Kiplimo are set to return to the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. They will be defending their titles against a competitive int…
- Bukayo Saka Praised by Arsenal Manager Mikel ArtetaBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka impressed manager Mikel Arteta during the Champions League match against Lille. Despite earlier tactical pressure from Arteta to score mult…
- Ethiopian Premier League Ticket Prices Increase Sharply
Addis Fortune · The cost of tickets for the Ethiopian Premier League has risen significantly for the 2026/27 season. The most expensive seats have doubled in price, now costing 2,000 …
- Arsenal beats Leeds United 2-1 in Premier League return
Capital Ethiopia · Arsenal defeated Leeds United 2-1 in a Premier League match held after the international break. Goals from Calafiori and Guimaraes secured the three points for the Gun…
- Key English Premier League Fixtures and Expert PredictionsBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
The upcoming English Premier League matches include highly anticipated fixtures such as Liverpool versus Manchester City, Arsenal versus Leeds United, and Manchester U…
- Aderra Returns to Defend Title at Istanbul MarathonThe Reporter ·
Ethiopian athlete Aderra is set to return to the Istanbul Marathon on November 1st to defend his title. The marathon is known for its challenging course, particularly …
- Ethiopian Athlete Dinkalem Ayele Targets Podium at Toronto MarathonThe Reporter ·
25-year-old Ethiopian marathon runner Dinkalem Ayele is set to compete in the upcoming TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon on October 18. Although he only began marathon r…
- Lionel Messi Bids Farewell to International Football with ArgentinaBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Lionel Messi has officially played his final international match for Argentina, leading his team to a 3-0 victory against Benin in Buenos Aires. A massive farewell cer…
- Financial Reports Highlight City Rules Breach and United Debt DetailsBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
A Premier League committee report has revealed financial rule breaches by Manchester City, alleging the club artificially inflated its revenue by over £830 million usi…
- Tigst Assefa Aims to Reclaim Women's Marathon World Record in BerlinThe Reporter ·
Ethiopian long-distance runner Tigst Assefa is aiming to reclaim the women's marathon world record this coming Sunday in Berlin. Three years ago, Assefa set a historic…
- Sudan Defeat Uganda to Qualify for TotalEnergies CAF U-20 AFCONThe Reporter ·
Sudan's under-20 national football team secured qualification for the 2027 TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) following a dramatic victory in the reg…
- Ethiopian Women's Football Team Crushes Seychelles 16-0 in Friendly MatchTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Ethiopian Women's National Football Team secured a resounding 16-0 victory over Seychelles in a friendly preparation match. The game was played as part of the team…
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