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Ben Olsen revealed that the Houston Dynamo faced some tough challenges before their match with Austin FC. The team had been struggling and had to overcome a series of losses and a disappointing exit from the U.S. Open Cup. Despite the obstacles, the Dynamo managed to secure a crucial win against Sporting Kansas City, with goals from Hector Herrera and Ibrahim Aliyu. This victory propelled them up the standings in the Western Conference, putting them ahead of Austin FC. Looking ahead to the upcoming match, Olsen commended…

In Beledweyne, Ugas Yusuf Ugas Hassan, the Hawadle clans chief, arrived in Halgan with his delegation to a warm reception. This marks the beginning of his upcoming inauguration ceremony. The delegation, comprising elders, scholars, youth, women, and businessmen, journeyed from Bulaburte to Halgan. Upon arrival, they were led to a specially arranged venue, where a large crowd and soldiers awaited. Officials in Halgan expressed their happiness with the Chief's reception. Ugas Yusuf Ugas Hassan will proceed to Aano Shubo on…

Jurgen Klopp faces Unai Emery, whom he admires, in his second-to-last match at Liverpool. Klopp lauds Emery's exceptional work at Aston Villa as both teams prepare for their upcoming showdown. Emery led Villa to the Europa Conference League in his debut season and is on the brink of securing a Champions League spot for next season. Klopp praises Emery's achievements and acknowledges the importance of qualification for the Champions League. Despite Liverpool's title hopes being dashed, Klopp's farewell away game will be a…

Beledweyne, the capital of Somalia's Hiraan region, is gearing up to host the inauguration of Ugas Yusuf Ugas Hassan Ugas Khalif, leader of the Hawadle clans, on May 13.The ceremony has attracted a notable influx of dignitaries, including delegates from the Hawadle communities in Somalia's Federal Parliament and Abdullahi Mohamed Ali Sanbaloshe, the head of the National Security and Intelligence Agency (NISA). A plethora of participants have also arrived in the city.Nevertheless, the choice of location for the event has…

In a surprising turn of events, Aden Duale, Kenya's Defense Secretary, and Michael Hammer, the US Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa (SEHOAUS), engaged in a crucial meeting on Thursday evening. The focus of the meeting was on security arrangements in Somalia post-Atmis. It aimed at maintaining peace and security, highlighting their commitment to peacekeeping and counterterrorism efforts. Somalia's recent request to have the UN peacekeeping mission UNSOM removed from the country by October 2024 was unexpected. Somalia…

A high-ranking group from the African Union Commission has finished their evaluation visit to Somalia, affirming their commitment to maintaining the valuable progress made in stabilizing the region before the withdrawal of AU peacekeeping forces. Led by Cheick Dembele, head of the Peace Support Operations Division, the delegation assured Somalis of a seamless handover of security responsibilities after the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) departs in December. "We must handle this transition…

Following the Europa League setback, Aston Villa faces Brighton on Sunday. Unai Emery wants Villa to adjust to the diverse demands of European and domestic football. Villa's Europa League defeat was a disappointment, and Emery emphasized the need for his team to prepare for various challenges in European and domestic competitions. Emery mentioned the desire to excel in Europe, participate in the Europa and Champions League, and the players must adapt to playing more matches than usual. European football awaits Villa next…

Mauricio Pochettino's Chelsea face his ex-club Tottenham on Thursday, both battling for Europe points. Pochettino views facing Tottenham as "emotional," but focuses on steering Chelsea through tough times before the derby. During his five-year tenure at Spurs, Pochettino excelled, reaching a Champions League final and securing three top-three Premier League finishes. Now, dealing with Chelsea's transition under the Todd Boehly regime, Pochettino faces more challenges, with the Blues sitting ninth in the league. Despite a…

Division on LH electoral procedures ahead of key Somalia summit MOGADISHU, Somalia - Cracks have appeared in the Federal Election Commission on the electoral procedure of the lower house which will be applied during the current legislative elections, which could delay the exercise, which will pave the way for the presidential elections. In a statement released Tuesday, the FIET team appeared to…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble left this morning for Cairo, Egypt, following an invitation from President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, who has pleaded for a stable Horn on Africa, throughout his tenure as Egyptian leader . Roble is expected to be in Cairo for three days, officials said, but the agenda for his visit has not yet been released. His trip comes a few days after his official visit to Kenya, where he was invited by President Uhuru Kenyatta. In Mombasa, Kenya, the two leaders met and agreed…