The City of Cape Town, in partnership with SAFA Cape Town and the Western Cape Government will host the 8 Nation under 20 International Football Challenge.
The tournament will take place from 25 May to 3 June 2012 at the Athlone and Cape Town Stadiums. Practise venues throughout the city will also be used.
The City is hosting this renowned bi-annual tournament for the second time, after a successful inauguration tournament in 2010, prior to the 2010 FIFA World Cup™.
The tournament is a welcome addition to the City’s calendar of major sports events (which include the Pick ‘n Pay/ Cape Argus Cycle Tour and Old Mutual Town Oceans marathon) and are helping the City achieve its goal of establishing Cape Town as the events capital of the continent.
The tournament is also seen as a springboard for future local and international stars to launch their professional football careers. Some of them will go on to represent their countries in future international competitions.
In support of the City’s volunteer programme, 150 dedicated volunteers will be used to assist in the efficient and coordinated success of the event.
Tickets can be purchased at Computicket and Shoprite/Checkers outlets. Ticket prices will be R50 grand stand and R20 open stand.
A transport plan for the tournament will be communicated to the public in due course.
For more information visit the Cape Town International Challenge website, follow them on Twitter or visit the Facebook page.
Media accreditaion can be obtained by completing the ‘Media Accreditaiton Form’ found on the Cape Town International Challenge website under the ‘Latest News’ section or by e-mailing carmen@go4word.co.za.
The fixtures are as follows:
Cape Town Stadium:
