The Bermuda Football Association (BFA) is set to host the 2025 Bermuda Select Invitational, featuring three high-level teams in a series of exciting matches at the National Sports Center.
This invitational tournament will see the Bermuda National Select Team face off against USL Eastern Conference champions Rhode Island FC and USL League One side Maine Hearts of Pine.
Tournament Schedule:
Wednesday, February 21st: Maine vs. Bermuda (7:00 PM)
Saturday, February 24th: Maine vs. Rhode Island (7:00 PM)
Tuesday, February 27th: Rhode Island vs. Bermuda (7:00 PM)
BFA President Mark Wade expressed his enthusiasm for the tournament, stating: "The Bermuda FA are happy to welcome Rhode Island FC back to Bermuda. The USL Eastern Conference Champions, led by Bermuda’s Khano Smith, will expose our players, coaches, and fans to professional football. This year we have added a third element to the series in Maine Hearts of Pine from the USL League One."
The tournament holds significant importance for Bermuda as they prepare for the Gold Cup Prelims in March and World Cup qualifiers in June. Wade emphasized the value of the invitational, saying: "The camp is an important one for Bermuda as we prepare for Gold Cup Prelims in March and World Cup qualifiers in June."
The Bermuda Select Invitational provides a valuable platform for the national team to gain crucial international experience against strong opposition. It will serve as a key step in their preparations for upcoming competitions, allowing them to test their skills and strategies against high-level opponents.
Fans can look forward to witnessing exciting football action and supporting the Bermuda National Select Team as they face these challenging opponents. Entry details for the matches will be released soon.
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