6th Christchurch International Cup 2021

Christchurch United FC is incredibly excited to invite the public to watch the 6th Annual Christchurch International Cup (CIC) at our state-of-the-art Christchurch Football Centre.

CIC is a New Zealand Premier Tournament which traditionally attracts the strongest teams from around New Zealand and internationally. There will be a maximum of 16 teams in each age group from U10 to U14.

This year, we will be welcoming over 1,000 players across all age groups, all accompanied by their coaches, parents, staff and supporters. We are looking at hosting over 3,000 people for the duration of the tournament. If travel will be possible, we will be joined by teams from Sydney FC and other strong Australian teams.

So, what exactly is the Christchurch International Cup?

Beginning in 2016, Christchurch United Football has been welcoming teams from all across New Zealand, and those from Australia to participate in a tournament that encourages players to embrace new skills, friendly rivalry, and to learn from those playing around them. The tournament follows the Game rules of FIFA with minor adaptions. The CIC July 2021 tournament is focused on U10-U14 teams.

The format of CIC July 2021 includes:

U10-U12 2 halves x 20 mins 1 referee

U13-U14 2 halves x 25mins 3 referees

Each team plays 2 games per day

All teams are guaranteed to play 6 games over 3 days.

Round Robin and play offs for all places from 1st to 16th.

Medals for 1th, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th places; Cups for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places.

MVP, best goal scorer, and best goalkeeper will be awarded trophies.

This tournament will have its 2 finals games proudly broadcasted online.

Tournament dates are as follows:

SUN 11– TUE 13 July 2021 from 9.00am U10 – U12

WED 14– FRI 16 July 2021 from 9.00am U14

SAT 17– MON 19 July 2021 from 9.00am U13

We look forward to seeing you all there for what is sure to be another great tournament for New Zealand’s strongest football teams.