A delegation from the Sudan Football Association (SFA), led by Head of Mission Waleed Ahmed Basher, presented a symbolic gift to South Sudan Football Federation (SSFF) President Mr. Francis Amin Michael during its visit to Juba.
The gesture reflects the strong sporting and people-to-people relations between Sudan and South Sudan. The Sudanese delegation expressed its sincere appreciation to SSFF for the warm reception and generous support extended to the Sudanese national team during its stay in Juba. It said the visit reflects the historic relations between the two countries and reinforces the spirit of cooperation, friendship, and stability.
Waleed Basher said the presence of the Sudanese delegation in Juba carries a message of friendship and unity between the peoples of the two countries. He added that Sudan welcomes South Sudan and considers it a second home, expressing readiness to strengthen cooperation in various fields, particularly sport.
The delegation also stressed that football serves as a bridge that brings peoples together and strengthens the bonds between them. It described the presence of the Sudanese national team in Juba as clear evidence of the deep fraternal ties between Sudan and South Sudan.
For his part, SSFF President Mr. Francis Amin Michael affirmed South Sudan’s readiness to cooperate with the Sudan Football Association in the future. He said the two associations will work together to develop football and strengthen sporting relations between the two countries.
The SSFF President thanked the Sudanese delegation for its visit, noting that the presence of the Sudanese national team in Juba demonstrates the strength of the fraternal relations between the two countries. He also called on fans to support their national teams and promote the spirit of sportsmanship.
Mr. Amin said the coming period will witness further steps to develop the country’s sports infrastructure, including the installation of floodlights at Juba Stadium. He said the project will improve match conditions and provide a better environment for national teams and fans.
