Sports are popular in Somaliland from both the participation and spectating aspect.
[1][2] The most popular sport in Somaliland is football;[3][4][failed verification] other popular sports include track and field and basketball.
[5][6] Sporting events in Somaliland are organised by the Somaliland's Ministry of Youth and Sports.
The participants of this event are the athletes from all regions of Somaliland.
[9][10] The Somaliland national football team is a member of CONIFA, a federation for national teams not affiliated to FIFA, and has participated in the CONIFA World Football Cup.