The third edition of the Village World Cup in Bashaqra East, Sudan, concluded on September 25, 2026, with Shendi Above Budrawah emerging as the champion. The team won the title by defeating Jili Al-Baqir with a single goal scored in the final minutes of the match. The goal, scored by player Khto, sparked jubilation among the fans and sealed the victory for Shendi Above Budrawah. The match was closely contested and witnessed a large turnout of spectators.
The tournament was organized with the support of Tarco Airlines and featured participation from various villages and cities. The competition was held in a festive atmosphere, with a large crowd in attendance. The event was graced by several dignitaries, including the Minister of Youth and Sports of Gezira State, Tariq Abdulrahman. The minister praised the organization of the tournament and the enthusiasm of the participants.
Minister Abdulrahman emphasized the importance of the Village World Cup in promoting social interaction and cohesion among the participating villages and cities. He announced that his ministry would continue to support the tournament and work towards its development in future editions. The minister also revealed that the ministry had allocated 30 million Sudanese pounds to contribute to the renovation of the stadium.
Tariq Al-Tayeb, representative of the Supreme Committee for the Village World Cup, expressed his gratitude to the sponsors and organizers of the tournament. He noted that the event had attracted a large following and had been successfully concluded. Al-Tayeb highlighted the participation of four localities and 32 villages and cities in the tournament.
The final match was attended by several high-ranking officials, including the Governor of the Central Bank of Sudan in Gezira State, Majdi Al-Bakhit, and the Director of Police for East Gezira locality, Colonel Abdullah Abdulrahman Juma. The ceremony concluded with the awarding of the cup to the captain of Shendi Above Budrawah team.
The Village World Cup has a history of promoting sports and social interaction in the region. The first edition was won by Al-Asilat team, while the second edition was won by Ti village. The tournament has become an annual event, attracting a large following and promoting unity among the participating communities.
The success of the third edition of the Village World Cup has paved the way for future editions. The organizers and sponsors have expressed their commitment to continuing the tournament and making it a regular feature of the region's sports calendar. The event has demonstrated the potential for sports to bring people together and promote social cohesion.
Key points
- Shendi Above Budrawah wins third edition of Village World Cup
- Tournament featured participation from four localities and 32 villages and cities
- Ministry of Youth and Sports pledges continued support for the tournament
