The restlessness that football fans experienced awaiting the start of this year’s Banks Beer Knockout Cup will be eased today with the commencement of competition at the GFC ground.
In the opening game, Banks All Stars takes on Rusal at 18:00 hrs and that will be followed by the feature clash between Victoria Kings All Stars versus Eagles United.
The tournament carries prize monies in excess of $9million and is expected to last for eight playing days commencing on December 16 with the grand Opening Ceremony and is expected to conclude on January 1 with matches being played, at the GCC and GFC grounds.
The winning team will receive $4Million, runner-up- $2.5M, 3rd place-$1.5M and 4th place-$1M with outstanding individual performances to benefit from additional incentives.
Among the clubs entered in the competition are: Houston Stars, GFC, Riddim Squad, GDF, GPF, Fruta Conquerors, Camptown, Banks All Stars, Georgetown Masters, Nothern Rangers, Black Pearl, Flamingo, Beacon, Santos, University of Guyana and Charlestown United.
The tournament resumes on Wednesday with another double header planed for the same venue.
In the first game, Ann’s Grove All Stars tackles Botofago of Linden and that will be followed by Blueberry Hill versus Caribbean United.
Kick-off time is 18:00hrs.