The Soccer Tournament, a 7-on-7, $1 million winner-take-all event, has announced the matchups for its upcoming competition. One of the most anticipated matchups will be between Burnley co-owner and NFL legend J.J. Watt’s Burnley squad and former NFL punter and ESPN personality Pat McAfee’s Concafa SC team. This showdown is set to take place in Cary, North Carolina, and will be broadcast by ESPN+.
The competition brackets for The Soccer Tournament were revealed on Tuesday, creating excitement among fans and players alike. The men’s bracket features 48 teams divided into 12 groups of four, while the women’s bracket consists of eight teams split into two groups of four. Both tournaments offer a $1 million winner-take-all prize, making the stakes even higher for the competing teams.
Some of the teams participating in the tournament have star-studded lineups that are sure to draw attention. US Women, led by former United States teammates Ali Krieger and Heather O’Reilly, will face off against the Wrexham Red Dragons. The Wrexham squad includes seven of their first-team players, including standout Rosie Hughes, who gained recognition on “Welcome to Wrexham.” Meanwhile, Kealia Watt’s Burnley team will take on NC Courage, captained by Watt’s former Houston Dash teammate and USWNT member Jessica McDonald. Additionally, Formiga, the most capped player in Brazilian national team history, will lead USL Super League side Tampa Bay Sun FC into action.
The Soccer Tournament will feature several highly anticipated matchups that are sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats. Former NFL player Chad Johnson will make a return to the Nati SC team after representing FC Cincinnati’s alumni team in last year’s tournament. Bundesliga clubs Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund are also set to face off in a thrilling showdown. The tournament follows a World Cup-style format with custom rules that require every game to end on a goal, adding an extra layer of excitement for both players and spectators.
With the announcement of the competition brackets and matchups, anticipation is building for The Soccer Tournament, set to take place from June 5-10 in Cary, North Carolina. TST CEO Jon Mugar expressed excitement for the upcoming event, promising an extraordinary experience for all involved. As fans gear up to watch their favorite teams compete and showcase their skills, the stage is set for an unforgettable tournament that will see top talent from across the globe come together in pursuit of glory.