Bad Company FC Crowned Kings of Ikageng 5-a-side Football Tournament

A buzzing atmosphere, thrilling football, and high-stakes shootouts marked this past Sunday’s 5-a-side football tournament as ten teams went head-to-head for local supremacy at the Ikageng Stadium.

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The community showed up in numbers to support the action-packed day, where teams competed not just for bragging rights, but for a share of the R3,500 prize pool.

Group Stage Battles

The tournament kicked off with two groups of five teams each, promising excitement from the outset.

Group 1 Teams

• Calvin.Co FC

• POMI FC

• MAFOKO

• EYA

• ALL STARS

It was EYA and ALL STARS who rose to the occasion in Group 1, displaying solid teamwork and sharp finishing to earn semi-final qualification.

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Group 2 Teams

• BEKE LE BEKE

• DIKGOPO

• BAD COMPANY FC

• TSE NYANE

• A.SQUAD

Group 2 was a tight contest, but BAD COMPANY FC and TSE NYANE secured their spots in the final four, showing resilience and flair throughout the group stage.

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Each team played four matches in their group, contributing to a total of 20 exciting fixtures before the knockouts began.

Semi-Final Thrillers

The semi-finals lived up to expectations, as both games were settled by penalty shootouts.

• TSE NYANE edged out EYA on penalties after a fiercely contested match.

• BAD COMPANY FC held their nerve against ALL STARS, also winning via spot-kicks.

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Final: A Showdown of Nerves and Skill

The final between BAD COMPANY FC and TSE NYANE was a true spectacle. After a tense and thrilling 1-1 draw in regular time, the title had to be decided from the penalty spot.

With sharp composure and clinical finishing, BAD COMPANY FC triumphed in the shootout, sealing their status as 2025 Ikageng 5-a-side Champions.

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Prize Winners

Champions: BAD COMPANY FC

Prize: R3,000

Runners-up: TSE NYANE

Prize: R500

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Community Spirit and Future Events

The tournament not only celebrated competitive football but also reinforced community unity, showcasing local talent and passion for the game. Organizers hinted at plans for even bigger future tournaments, inviting more teams and sponsors to get involved.

With the success of this year’s event, Ikageng is fast becoming a hub for grassroots football excellence.

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