The football team representing the Gal-Mudug Victory has won the tournament of regional administrations and Banaadir region. These were a very difficult game played by their counterparts in Hirshabeelle. It was a very difficult game that ended in a 0-0 draw after 90 minutes, resulting in a penalty shoot-out for Gal-Mudug to finally win.
President Ahmed Abdi Kariye expressed his admiration for the team, saying “Congratulations, guys! You played admirably, showing good behavior and high accuracy. The cup will be proudly brought to the city of Dhusamareb in Gal-Mudug.” President Kariye also said that the next state cup will be held in Gal-Mudug in 2025.
This competition, which was held for the first time in 33 years at the Mogadishu Stadium, was attended by thousands of children from all regions of the country, and the Galmudug team reached the finals last year, but they met with penalties from the Banadir region. they reversed their fortunes this year by securing the game on penalties.
Gal-Mudug Victory was not only presented in a non-sporting manner, but it was also a great success in Somali football, with the same referees from the competition. The event fostered a healthy competition and interaction among the participants, which underlined the unification of sports in the nation.