Magnum Mash Futsal Championship for Feb 1 kickoff

The 2nd edition of the Magnum Mash Futsal Championship will officially commence on February 1st at the National Gymnasium, Mandela Avenue.

The 10-day event features 32 teams battling for over $800,000 in cash and prizes. The other playing dates are February 3rd, 6th, 9th, 13th, 15th, 17th, 20th, and 24th, with the grand finale slated for March 2nd.

Initially to be contested in a group format, upon the conclusion of the group stage, the top two teams from each of the eight groups (four teams per group), will advance to the knockout round

According to an official release from the tournament coordinators, “All systems are in place for a monumental and exciting tournament. I expect an action packed competition from the opening night which will be highly competitive.”

Among the notable teams scheduled to compete are Gold is Money, Sparta Boss, Back Circle, Future Stars, Bent Street, Leopold Street, Albouystown-A, Tiger Bay, New Market Street, Broad Street, North East La Penitence, Channel-9 Warriors, Tucville, California Square, Showstoppers, MBK AllStars, NK Ballers, Swag Entertainment, Ol Skool Ballers, Mocha, Buxton Diamond, YMCA and Ansa All-Stars.

The winner of the event will pocket $400,000 and the championship trophy, while the runner-up receives $200,000 and the corresponding accolade. The third and fourth placed finishers will walk away with $100,000 and $50,000 apiece, and the respective trophy. Confirmation of the respective groups and the fixtures will be announced shortly.