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A bunch of Rwandans and international nationals gathered in Kigali to mark the primary anniversary of the Bayern Munich fan membership in Rwanda.
The gathering featured a watch social gathering for the Bundesliga match between Eintracht Frankfurt and FC Bayern Munich, which resulted in a 4-0 victory for Bayern Munich.
“This event strengthens the relationship between FC Bayern Munich and Rwanda. Watching a live match is just one way we connect,” mentioned Emmanuel Turatsinze, founder and chairman of the Bayern Munich fan membership in Rwanda.
Founded in 2024, the fan membership has grown from 30 to over 100 members. Club management believes this success will foster better neighborhood engagement.
“Our club was established to create a strong fan base for the Bayern Munich academy in Rwanda,” Turatsinze defined. “What started as an idea has now become a vibrant community of passionate football fans.”
The membership additionally performs a key position in supporting younger Rwandan expertise. “Our members’ enthusiasm inspires these young players as they work toward professional careers,” Turatsinze added.
FC Bayern Munich Rwanda Academy Director of Coaching, Bernhard Hirmer (left) speaking to Janis Just, Senior Manager at TestSolutions
The FC Bayern Munich academy in Rwanda has recruited 17 younger gamers, six of whom have been retained, with three despatched to the worldwide academy in Germany.
Bernhard Hirmer, Director of Coaching on the academy, introduced one other 17 recruits for the second consumption and outlined plans to develop gamers for the Rwandan nationwide staff, Amavubi, with hopes of qualifying for the Africa Cup of Nations.
In addition to soccer, the fan membership has made invaluable contributions to Kigali’s neighborhood.
FC Bayern Munich Rwanda fan membership throughout a fruit timber planting train throughout the finish of February Umuganda day
Members planted fruit timber at a neighborhood college and constructed a small bridge within the Nyamirambo sector of Nyarugenge district, as a part of Rwanda’s Umuganda month-to-month neighborhood initiative.
Looking forward, the fan membership plans to organise a soccer match to unite fan golf equipment from worldwide groups.
“Next year is crucial for our growth,” Turatsinze mentioned. “With events like this watch party, we aim to strengthen our community, spread our passion, and welcome more fans. This is the true meaning of Mia San Mia.”
German buyers additionally recognise the worth of the collaboration between the 2 nations.
Janis Just, Senior Manager at TestSolutions- a German software program testing firm in Rwanda, praised the fan membership’s social impression.
“We are proud to support the Bayern Fan Club as an example of German-Rwandan cooperation,” Just mentioned.
German Counsellor, Peter Primus (center) and Former Israeli Ambassador to Rwanda, Dr Ron Adam discussing election Germany normal outcomes introduced that night
The anniversary celebration, supported by the German Embassy, introduced collectively individuals from numerous backgrounds, fostering cultural trade.
Fans loved drinks, shared jokes, and took part in a raffle, with occasion organisers hoping to proceed such occasions that carry Rwandans and Germans collectively.
Former Israeli Ambassador to Rwanda, Dr Ron Adam (proper) welcomes Sabrina Atete, a brand new membership fan
New membership fan, Sabrina Atete (left) was one of many luck award winners within the raffle
FC Bayern Munich followers in Rwanda networking session