The Soccer Tournament is set to kick off with an exciting matchup between Burnley, co-owned by NFL legend J.J. Watt, and Concafa SC, led by former NFL punter and ESPN personality Pat McAfee. This 7-on-7, $1 million winner-take-all event will take place from June 5-10 in Cary, North Carolina, with ESPN+ broadcasting all the action. The competition brackets for the tournament were announced recently, with the men’s bracket featuring 48 teams split into 12 groups of four. On the other hand, the women’s tournament has eight teams divided into two groups of four, also competing for a $1 million prize.
One of the highly anticipated matchups in the women’s bracket is between US Women, led by former United States teammates Ali Krieger and Heather O’Reilly, and Wrexham Red Dragons. Scheduled for June 8 at 8 p.m., this game will see Wrexham bringing seven of their first-team players to the competition, including Rosie Hughes, who gained fame on “Welcome to Wrexham.” It will be an exciting clash of talent and skill as these two teams battle it out for the ultimate prize.
NC Courage vs. Burnley
Kealia Watt’s Burnley side will be facing off against NC Courage in another thrilling matchup. Captained by Watt’s former Houston Dash teammate and USWNT member Jessica McDonald, NC Courage will be a tough opponent for Burnley. Additionally, Formiga, the most capped player in Brazilian national team history, will be leading the new USL Super League side Tampa Bay Sun FC into action, adding an extra layer of competition to the tournament. The game promises to be intense as these teams fight for victory on the field.
Fans of German football will not want to miss the matchup between Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund. Scheduled for May 5 at 5 p.m., this game is sure to be a nail-biter as these two powerhouse teams go head-to-head. The event will follow a World Cup-style format with custom rules that ensure every game ends on a goal, adding to the excitement for players and fans alike. TST CEO Jon Mugar expressed his anticipation for the event, and fans can expect nothing short of an extraordinary tournament in Cary.
The Soccer Tournament 2022 is shaping up to be a thrilling and competitive event, with star-studded matchups and high stakes on the line. Football fans around the world will be eagerly tuning in to witness the action-packed games and cheer for their favorite teams. From NFL legends to Brazilian football stars, the tournament promises to deliver excitement and drama on the field as teams battle for glory and the coveted $1 million prize.
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