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World Sevens Football Confirms Teams and Format for Inaugural Women’s Tournament

Manchester United, Bayern Munich, Ajax, and Benfica will compete in Portugal next month, with a $5 million prize pool and live streaming on DAZN.

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Overview

  • The inaugural World Sevens Football tournament will take place from May 21–23, 2025, in Estoril, Portugal, featuring a seven-a-side format with 30-minute matches.
  • Four teams—Manchester United Women, Bayern Munich, Ajax Vrouwen, and Benfica—have been confirmed, with four additional teams yet to be announced.
  • The tournament offers a $5 million prize pool, funded by a $100 million investment from Jennifer Mackesy, to be distributed among players, clubs, and staff.
  • A Player Advisory Council of former internationals, including Tobin Heath and Kelley O'Hara, is overseeing player welfare and scheduling decisions.
  • Organizers plan to expand the series globally, with a North American edition set for late 2025 and a goal of hosting up to five annual tournaments worldwide.