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Sudanese Clubs Approved for Rwandan League Amid Civil War

10/25/2025

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The Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) approved three Sudanese clubs—Al Hilal, Al Merrikh, and Al Ahli Wad Madani—for the Rwandan Premier League in the 2025-26 season.
The move occurs as Sudan's civil war, ongoing since April 2023, has halted local football.
The clubs previously played in Mauritania and sought relocation to maintain competitive status.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) approval remains pending.

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Story summary

The Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) approved three Sudanese clubs—Al Hilal, Al Merrikh, and Al Ahli Wad Madani—for the Rwandan Premier League in the 2025-26 season.
The move occurs as Sudan's civil war, ongoing since April 2023, has halted local football.
The clubs previously played in Mauritania and sought relocation to maintain competitive status.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) approval remains pending.