LaLiga returns to Soshanguve, Pretoria, this weekend for the second edition of the Madrid Derby Fan Festival, combining grassroots football with a live viewing experience of one of world football’s biggest fixtures.
The two-day event, taking place from 19–20 September at Shaka Stadium, will feature an eight-team community football tournament in partnership with Shaka Games.
The tournament has grown from four teams in its inaugural edition to eight teams this year, giving more local clubs an opportunity to compete and showcase their talent.
Saturday’s opening fixtures, starting at 09:00, are:
The four winners will advance to Sunday’s semi-finals and final, with awards and entertainment also forming part of the programme.
The weekend will culminate in a live screening of the Madrid Derby between Atlético Madrid and Real Madrid on a big screen at Shaka Stadium, allowing football supporters to experience the fixture together.
The event is proudly sponsored by SportBet and LaLiga, with organisers encouraging the community to attend in numbers, support local football and enjoy the Madrid Derby experience.