Sports Diplomacy in Ethiopia

My experiences in Ethiopia have been, in a word, wonderful. I quickly discovered I share a common thread with the majority of the people here:  that of our national pride and a love for the beautiful game of soccer (futbol).

I have often said the game of futbol shrinks the world; it is a common language spoken in just about every corner. This has been no different in Ethiopia. In Addis Ababa I enjoyed getting to know several different coaches, including those who coach female teams, as well as coaching educators and technical directors of the Ethiopian Football Federation.

Read more at: US Embassy Addis