What is the role of Yidnekachew tessema in Ethiopian football?
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Founder of Ethiopian Football Federation Yidnekachew was the co-founder of the first Ethiopian Sports Office, which would lay the foundation to the creation of the Ethiopian Football Federation (EFF) in 1943.
Who is the first president of Ethiopian Football Federation?
It was one of the founding members of the Confederation of African Football (CAF)….Ethiopian Football Federation.
| CAF | |
|---|---|
| President | Esayas Jira |
| Website | http://theeff.org/en/ |
Who started football in Ethiopia?
The first football team in Ethiopia was “Addis Ababa Select Team”, established in 1935 (1927 E.C), by a group of Ethiopians and Armenians.
What is the history of Ethiopia football?
Early history. Ethiopia has a long football tradition and was among the pioneers of international competition in Africa, playing its first international match in 1947, defeating French Somaliland 5–0. The EFF joined FIFA in 1952, and was one of the founders of the Confederation of African Football in 1957.
What is the first football in Ethiopia?
Addis Ababa Select Team
The first football team in Ethiopia was “Addis Ababa Select Team”, established in 1935 (1927 E.C), by a group of Ethiopians and Armenians.
When did football started in Ethiopia?
The Ethiopia national football team made its first appearance in 1947 and since then have enjoyed both highs and lows. As one of the few independent African states in the immediate aftermath of the Second World War Ethiopia were an important team in the development of the international football in the continent.
Who is the richest football player in Ethiopia?
Tadele Mengesha
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – The Ethiopian Football Federation (EFF) has announced that Tadele Mengesha, who joined Arba Minch Kenema from Dedebit FC a year ago, was the top earner in the Ethiopian Premier League commanding a staggering salary of 125,000 Birr a month.