Football tournament kicks off in Guangzhou

The high school division of the "Centennial School Cup" football tournament began at Guangzhou Ulink International School (GUIS) on July 14, situated near Mingzhu Bay in Nansha district, Guangzhou.

This event has drawn 15 teams from centennial schools across 16 cities nationwide, along with a joint team of Hong Kong and Macao students from the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin. Nearly 400 coaches and players have assembled in Nansha. The tournament will span a week, featuring 48 exciting matches on two high-quality football fields.

"Centennial School Cup" football tournament. [Photo/WeChat account: gz_nanshafabu]

The "Centennial School Cup" is a campus football event launched by Football newspaper in 2024 to promote campus football development. Its first edition, held in Jinan, received broad acclaim.

This year's tournament will use an eleven-a-side format. The competition starts with a group stage featuring round-robin matches, then proceeds to knockout rounds. In addition to the matches, the event will also include research and learning activities, providing a comprehensive platform for athletes and coaches to connect, enhance their football skills, discover Nansha's culture, and build friendships.