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EPISODE · Jun 25, 2026 · 7 MIN

Thousands from Ethiopian community set to gather in Minnesota for soccer tournament

from Minnesota Now · host Minnesota Public Radio

Thousands of people from the Ethiopian community will be in the Twin Cities for a soccer tournament hosted by the Ethiopian Sports Federation in North America.Starting Saturday, June 27, and stretching through July 4, Minnesota will host to the largest gathering of Ethiopians anywhere outside Ethiopia, making the event not only a soccer tournament but also a cultural celebration.Elias Meles, who is on the board of the Ethiopian Sports Federation in North America, joined Minnesota Now to talk more about this year’s event.

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