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Final Line-Up Confirmed for Inaugural World Sevens Football Tournament

Eight elite European clubs will compete in the seven-a-side event in Portugal later this month, with a $5 million prize pool and plans for global expansion.

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Overview

  • The World Sevens Football tournament will debut in Estoril, Portugal, from May 21-23, featuring eight top European women's football clubs.
  • Participating teams include Manchester City, Manchester United, PSG, Bayern Munich, Ajax, Benfica, Roma, and FC Rosengard.
  • The competition offers a $5 million prize pool, with $2.5 million awarded to the winning team, surpassing prize money from established tournaments like the Women’s Champions League.
  • Games will feature a seven-a-side format on half-size pitches, with 30-minute matches split into two 15-minute halves, culminating in knockout rounds and a final.
  • Organizers, backed by philanthropist Jennifer Mackesy and a Player Advisory Council, plan to expand the series to North America later in 2025.