(YEI RIVER COUNTY) – GLY Football Club secured an impressive 3-2 victory over MTN FC in an entertaining friendly match played at Yei Freedom Square on Sunday evening.
The closely contested encounter attracted football enthusiasts and youth from across Yei Town, with both teams displaying determination and skill throughout the match. GLY FC emerged victorious after scoring three goals against MTN FC’s two, sealing a memorable win in front of an excited crowd.
Organizers of the match said the friendly fixture was aimed at promoting peace, unity, and social cohesion among young people in Yei River County. The game also provided an opportunity to introduce newly recruited GLY FC players to competitive football following several months of professional training and preparation in Yei Town.
According to the organisers, such sporting activities play a vital role in engaging youth positively while fostering teamwork, discipline, and healthy competition within the community.
Speaking after the match, several spectators welcomed the initiative, describing it as an important step towards strengthening relationships among young people through sport. They called on football clubs and community leaders to organise more friendly matches and sporting events to promote peace, unity, and mutual understanding among the youth.
Sports lovers noted that football remains one of the most effective tools for bringing communities together, particularly in post-conflict settings where youth engagement is essential for social development and peacebuilding.
The successful match concluded with renewed calls for continued investment in grassroots sports programmes to nurture local talent and create opportunities for young athletes in Yei and beyond.
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