The 2026 Easter Gala football tournament is set to take center stage from Monday, 30th March to Monday, 6th April, promising eight days of competitive grassroots football action involving six participating clubs.
The tournament, sponsored by the Sangu Delle Foundation, will feature Ziebaapuo FC, Maalu FC, Zebra FC, Galaticos FC, Abrefo FC, and Goziir FC.
GROUP STAGE FIXTURES:
The group stage opens on Monday, 30th March with Ziebaapuo FC facing Maalu FC. The competition continues in a tightly packed schedule designed to test squad depth, endurance, and tactical discipline.
Monday, 30th March: Ziebaapuo FC vs Maalu FC
Tuesday, 31st March: Zebra FC vs Galaticos FC
Wednesday, 1st April: Abrefo FC vs Maalu FC
Thursday, 2nd April: Goziir FC vs Galaticos FC
Friday morning, 3rd April: Ziebaapuo FC vs Abrefo FC
Friday evening, 3rd April: Zebra FC vs Goziir FC
The group phase is expected to be highly competitive, with every match carrying significant weight in determining semifinal qualification.
KNOCKOUT STAGE:
The tournament moves into its decisive phase on Saturday, 4th April with cross-group semifinal clashes:
Saturday morning, 4th April: Group A Winner vs Group B Runner-up
Saturday evening, 4th April: Group B Winner vs Group A Runner-up
FINAL PLACEMENT MATCHES:
Sunday, 5th April: Third-place playoff
Monday, 6th April: Grand Final
TOURNAMENT OUTLOOK:
Organizers describe the Easter Gala as more than just a football competition, positioning it as a platform for youth engagement, talent identification, and community unity. With local rivalries and emerging talents expected to dominate proceedings, the tournament is anticipated to attract strong community attendance throughout its duration. The sponsorship by the Sangu Delle Foundation underscores continued investment in grassroots sports development, particularly in fostering opportunities for young athletes at the community level.
As kickoff approaches, attention now shifts to preparations by the participating teams, with tactical readiness and squad discipline expected to determine who lifts the 2026 Easter Gala trophy.
