Football festival in Ba

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Minister for Lands and Mineral Resources Filimoni Vosarogo during the official opening of the event last year. Picture: OFC

EXCITING football action returns today as the 2025 McDonald’s Inter-District Championship kicks off at the Fiji FA Academy in Ba.

The tournament will culminate on Saturday and promises to be a showcase of grassroots talent from across the country.

A total of 10 districts Ba, Tavua/Rakiraki, Lautoka, Nadi, Suva, Navua, Rewa, Labasa, Dreketi and Seaqaqa will compete across four youth grades; U14 girls, U14 boys, U12 boys and U10 boys.

In total, 40 teams with 340 boys and 150 girls are set to take the field.

The championship is more than just a competition, with national scouts conducting Talent Identification (TID) during the matches.

Standout players will be selected for the prestigious All Stars Camp, providing advanced training and exposure at the national level.

The Fiji FA has encouraged families, football fans and the wider community to come out in numbers to support the young footballers.

With passion, energy and talent on display, this year’s McDonald’s IDC is set to be an exciting platform for the next generation of Fijian football stars.

First match today kicks off at 8:30am between Suva and Dreketi followed by Rewa v Lautoka at 10am.