The 2024 Cecil’s National Club Championship will feature a new champion, as the defending title holder Ba Police will not be participating in this year’s tournament. The final groupings for the event were determined during the draws held by the Fiji Football Association.
Eight teams from across Fiji will contend for the championship this year. The teams are divided into two groups: Group A includes Downtown FC from Nadroga, Rivals FC from Lautoka, Buiduna FC from Naitasiri, and Nakasi Police FC from Rewa. Group B features Flying Arrows FC from Ba, Blues FC from Nadi, Friends United FC from Nasinu, and the North Poles FC from Labasa, which represents Vanua Levu.
The tournament is set to take place next week, starting Thursday, December 5, and running through Sunday, December 8. The opening day will be hosted at Ratu Cakobau Park, followed by subsequent matches at the Fiji Football Association ground in Vatuwaqa.
This year’s championship promises to be an exciting showcase of talent and competition among the best teams in Fiji, providing an opportunity for fresh faces to emerge as stars in the local football scene. The absence of former champions adds intrigue, offering the chance for new contenders to claim their spot in history. As the teams prepare for the tournament, fans can look forward to thrilling matches and sporting camaraderie.
Summary: The 2024 Cecil’s National Club Championship will have a new champion as last year’s winner, Ba Police, is not competing. Eight teams are set to compete, divided into two groups, with matches scheduled from December 5 to December 8 across two venues in Fiji. The tournament offers an opportunity for emerging teams to shine in the local football arena.
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