Lucky Star Cup hosts FC Kapstadt will open the doors to the biggest grassroots tournament held in the city to date and have the backing of the City of Cape Town who was announced as an official partner on Tuesday.
The City of Cape Town’s Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health, Councilor Zahid Badroodien, said “It [The Lucky Star Cup] has become Cape Town’s premier development tournament, and it is where the young stars can hone their talent to become the next generation of soccer stars”.
Councillor Badroodien continued, "We believe in youth development and our investment in this event speaks to our commitment to ensuring that young people are provided with the best opportunities to realise their full potential.”
The City of Cape Town’s official partnership coincides with FC Kapstadt president Zaid Omar’s announcement that Premier Soccer League clubs Orlando Pirates FC and Mamelodi Sundowns FC youth teams will participate in the 9th edition of the event this year.
“This year FC Kapstadt is proud to announce that Orlando Pirates FC and Mamelodi Sundowns FC – along with a few others have confirmed their entry into the Lucky Star Cup." Omar said.
This marks the first time in South African history that these football clubs will participate in a grassroots football competition in Cape Town.
Tournament dates and entry details will be released in the coming days.
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