The Bermuda Football Association ignited excitement across the island with the highly anticipated FA Challenge Cup First Round draw, alongside the Friendship Trophy and Shield draws, held at the Clyde Best Centre of Excellence Boardroom.
A diverse mix of Corona League contenders – Tuff Dogs, Terrace Onions, and Inter BDA FC – and First Division hopefuls – St. David's, Robin Hood, and X-Roads – joined the Premier Division giants in the FA Cup draw, setting the stage for potential giant-killings and captivating clashes.
The defending champions, St. George's Colts, face a stern test against Corona League outfit Inter BDA FC, while the Premier Division heavyweights prepare for explosive encounters. The Devonshire Cougars will lock horns with Wolves, the Devonshire Colts will entertain the North Village Rams, and the Dandy Town Hornets will host the Paget Lions in what promises to be a trio of thrilling all-Premier Division battles.
The Friendship Trophy kicks off with a Preliminary Round that pits the Devonshire Colts against the North Village Rams and the Devonshire Cougars against the Dandy Town Hornets, guaranteeing fireworks from the outset. In the Quarter-Finals, defending champions PHC Zebras will face a hungry Wolves side looking to avenge the heavy defeat earlier in the season, while newly crowned Dudley Eve champions Hamilton Parish will clash with Young Men Social Club in a battle of in-form teams.
The Shield Quarter-Finals offer a tantalizing matchup between First Division rivals St. David's and Robin Hood, while the Southampton Rangers will be seeking revenge against the Boulevard Blazers in a clash that is sure to be filled with passion and intensity.
With the draws now finalized, anticipation is building for these knockout competitions, promising a feast of football action and unforgettable moments for Bermudian fans.
Shield Quarter Finals
Southampton Rangers vs. Boulevard Blazers
Somerset Eagles vs. X-Road’s
St. David’s vs Robin Hood
Vasco vs. Somerset Trojans
Friendship Preliminary Round
Devonshire Colts vs. North Village Rams
Devonshire Cougars vs. Dandy Town Hornets
Friendship Quarter-Finals
Winner of Devonshire Colts/North Village Rams vs. Paget Lions
PHC Zebras vs. Wolves
Winner of Devonshire Cougars vs. Dandy Town Hornets vs. St. George’s Colts
Hamilton Parish vs. Young Men Social Club
FA Challenge Cup First Round
Devonshire Cougars vs. Wolves
St. George’s Colts vs. Inter BDA FC
Devonshire Colts vs. North Village Rams
Young Men Social Club vs. X-Road’s
St. David’s vs. Tuff Dogs
Hamilton Parish vs. Terrace Onions
Dandy Town Hornets vs. Paget Lions
Winner of Robin Hood/Somerset Trojans vs. PHC Zebras
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