The highly anticipated 2024 Flick Hygiene Pacific Community Cup will kick off in Lautoka on Thursday, November 28, with the Inter District champions, Labasa, facing off against the USA All Stars at 4:30 PM. Fans can expect an exciting match as the Babasiga Lions take to the field against a team featuring notable guest players from the U.S.
Following the opening match, a ceremonial opening for the tournament will take place. In the second match of the day, Navua, known for their consistent performance and rapid growth, will challenge the skilled AuFFI All Stars at 6:15 PM.
The day’s feature match will see national league winners, Rewa, go head to head with defending champions Auckland All Stars at 7:30 PM. The evening will conclude with Lautoka, champions of the Fiji FACT and the Battle of Giants, competing against last season’s runners-up, the Manukau All Stars, at 8:45 PM.
The excitement will continue with group matches scheduled for Friday and Saturday, culminating in the semifinals and the Grand Final on Sunday.
Full match schedule for the tournament is as follows:
Thursday, November 28:
– 4:30 PM: Labasa vs USA All Stars
– 6:15 PM: Navua vs AuFFI All Stars
– 7:30 PM: Rewa vs Auckland All Stars
– 8:45 PM: Lautoka vs Manukau All Stars
Friday, November 29:
– 4:30 PM: Auckland All Stars vs USA All Stars
– 5:45 PM: Labasa vs Rewa
– 7:00 PM: AuFFI All Stars vs Manukau All Stars
– 8:15 PM: Lautoka vs Navua
Saturday, November 30:
– 3:00 PM: Rewa vs USA All Stars
– 4:15 PM: Navua vs Manukau All Stars
– 5:30 PM: Labasa vs Auckland All Stars
– 6:45 PM: Lautoka vs AuFFI All Stars
Sunday, December 1:
– 9:00 AM: Semifinal 1 (Winner GA vs Runner-up GB)
– 10:30 AM: Semifinal 2 (Winner GB vs Runner-up GA)
– 3:00 PM: Grand Final
This year’s tournament sheds light on the rich talent within the region and provides an excellent platform for local teams to showcase their skills against formidable opponents. The community, eager for thrilling football action, can look forward to a weekend filled with excitement and competitive spirit. It’s a celebration not just of sport but of the camaraderie and passion that football brings to the Pacific region.
Leave a comment