Stoke-on-Trent Lord Mayor, Councillor Maid Khan, has announced plans to kick-off the upcoming football tournament in aid of three local charities.

Cllr Khan's chosen charities this year are Stoke-on-Trent Foodbank, Stoke-on-Trent Aiming High and Savana.

The knock-out style tournament will take place on Friday, March 1, 2024 at Fenton Manor Indoor Sports Complex. 

The tournament is open to all and residents, local businesses, charities and sports clubs are all being encouraged to put forward teams of eight to enter the knockout tournament. Entry is £85 per team and individuals must be aged 18 or above to register. 

The tournament will be in aid of Stoke-on-Trent Foodbank, Stoke-on-Trent Aiming High and Savana (Stoke-on-Trent City Council).

Councillor Majid Khan, Lord Mayor of Stoke-on-Trent said: "This is a wonderful opportunity to get everyone together and have some fun on the pitch.

"I would urge all to enter a team to help raise funds for my chosen, local charities. I can't wait for the tournament and I'm excited to see all talents around the city, this will be a tournament to remember."

Teams can take part by calling the Lord Mayor's office on 01782 232751 or emailing [email protected]. Closing date for entries is Friday 16 February 2024.

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