Man Utd one of eight clubs entering new World Sevens tournament
- Manchester United will participate in the inaugural eight-team World Sevens event between May 21 and 23 in Estoril, Portugal.
- Investors like Jennifer Mackesy funded this series to drive investment and opportunities in women's football.
- This seven-a-side tournament features clubs including Ajax, Benfica, and Bayern Munich playing matches on half-sized pitches.
- The event offers a $5 million total prize fund, with winning teams claiming £1.9 million.
- Organizers plan future tournaments, including a second edition in North America later this year.
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Man United to participate in maiden seven-a-side women’s tournament
Manchester United Women will compete in a seven-a-side tournament alongside Bayern Munich, Ajax, Benfica and four other unconfirmed teams (h/t the Guardian). World Sevens Football will take place in Estoril, Portugal, from May 21 to 23. The prize is £3.75 million, but only half will be awarded to the winners. Women’s Super League (WSL) clubs Manchester City, Chelsea and Arsenal could also enter. The competition is being funded for five years to …
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