Velim Football Association of Velim Villagers (FAVV) is all set to host the 2nd Edition of the AVCC Open Invitational 9-A-Side Football Tournament at the St. Xavier’s Church Ground, Velim, promising an exciting fortnight of grassroots football action.
The tournament, which kicks off on April 19, will feature eight competitive teams divided into Pool A and Pool B, battling for top honours in a knockout format culminating in the grand final on May 1, 2026, at 4:30 PM.
Competitive Pool Line-Up
In Pool A, teams such as GTS Tollecantto, T Boys Velim, AVCC XI, St Cruz Cumbiabhat, 63 Baradi, OLF SC Baida, and Harisson XI are set to clash in the opening rounds.
Meanwhile, Pool B will see strong contenders including Shantadurga Boys Panzorconi, Upcoming Boys, Pocliviol Sporting Club, Ambelim Sports Club, Young Boys of Goemchebhat, Patxalla Boys Zaino, and Cross Boys Velim competing for a place in the knockout stages.
Tournament Format
The competition will begin with league matches in both pools, followed by quarter-finals scheduled on April 26 and 27, leading into the semi-finals on April 29. The winners will then progress to the much-anticipated final showdown on May 1.
Attractive Prize Pool
Adding to the excitement, the tournament features a lucrative prize structure:
Winners: ₹30,000 + Trophy
Runners-up: ₹20,000 + Trophy
Housie Special Attraction
In addition to football, spectators can look forward to daily entertainment through Housie sessions of Daily Jaldi 5 Prize of ₹3,000 and Final Day Grand Housie Prize of ₹50,000
Community Football Festival
The tournament is expected to draw large crowds from Velim and surrounding areas, reinforcing the region’s deep-rooted football culture. With competitive matches under floodlights and added attractions, the event promises to be a celebration of sport, community spirit, and entertainment.
Organisers have invited football enthusiasts and locals to come, cheer, and support as teams battle it out for glory in what is shaping up to be one of the standout local football tournaments of the season.
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