George FC on Sept. United today announces its growing collaboration with co-owner Eyob Joe Mamo. United, is increasing his involvement with the organization by fostering a growing partnership between the club, the Ethiopian Football Federation, and the Ethiopian Premier League. This partnership is designed to create opportunities to develop future talent in Ethiopia while also bringing football events featuring Ethiopian clubs and its national team to Audi Field.
On Sept. George FC. Tickets can be purchased HERE. United, and the passionate Ethiopian football community," D. We are thrilled to bring this historic event to Audi Field. This unique matchup was spearheaded by Mamo, an Ethiopian native, as part of a continued effort to bring soccer and cultures together in Washington, D.
In May , D. United partnered with the Ethiopian Football Federation to bridge the gap between Ethiopian soccer and invest in it while connecting the Ethiopian community to soccer in the DMV. This match marks the first of several initiatives to promote Ethiopian culture in the District and will showcase the two most well-known teams in the Ethiopian Premier League. Both sides were advised by Kal Ross, who spearheaded the partnership vision between Mamo and D. Saint George Sports Club was the first Ethiopian club founded in and was established as a symbol of Ethiopian nationalism.
The club has won the Ethiopian Premier League a record 31 times and most recently in the season. Last year, St. George FC finished fifth in their domestic league with a record. For more information and for tickets, please visit www. For media interested in covering the match on Sept. The deadline for media credential submissions is Thursday, Sept. Late media credential applications will not be accepted.
One of the founding clubs of Major League Soccer in , D. United are among the most decorated teams in the United States with 13 domestic and international trophies. United have called the District home for the last 28 seasons and play their home games at Audi Field in the Buzzard Point neighborhood of Southwest, Washington, D.
