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WSG Football 23 Live

Your live blog from The World Schools Football Cup, Barcelona

By Trans World Educational Experiences

October 12^th, 2023

THAT'S A WRAP

15th Oct 23 | 17:00

What a brilliant end to a brilliant finals day here in Barcelona. Congrulations to our 6 World Schools Football Cup winners:

U13 Boys: Safa Community School
U13 Girls: Ovingham Middle School
U15 Boys: Beths Grammar School
U15 Girls: Safa Community School
U17 Boys: Everton Football College
Open Women: Everton Football College

See you all next year...

EVERTON CHAMPIONS AGAIN

15 Oct 23 | 16:47

The Toffees retain their U17 Boys World Schools Football Cup title with a dramatic penalty shootout victory over The Fowler Academy. Merseyside Derby win and a cup win? All in one? The perfect Sunday...

SAFA MAKE IT A DOUBLE

15th Oct 23 | 15:30

Safa Community School claim their second trophy of the day as the U13 Boys are now also crowned champions. Check out their post-match pitch invastion below!

BETHS ON TOP

15th Oct 23 | 14:59

Beths Grammar School have emerged victorious in this afternoon's U15 Boys Cup Final. Hear from the champions below...

UP THE TOFFEES!

15th Oct 23 | 14:51

Congratulations to our Open Women Champions... Everton Football College! If you thought their football was impressive, wait until you see their celebrations!

SAFA HAVE DONE IT!

15th Oct 23 | 13:10

After heartbreak in the final last year, Safa Community College U15 Girls have finally claimed the World Schools Football Cup title!

OVINGHAM ARE CHAMPIONS!

15th Oct 23 | 12:49

Ovingham U13 Girls have won the World Schools Football Cup 2023! Watch the post-match scenes below...

Derby Day

15th Oct 23 | 11:50

Who doesn't love a derby? Great clash between The Fowler Academy and Everton Football College in this afternoon's Merseyside Derby.

THE STAGE IS SET

15th Oct 23 | 11:04

Our trophy presentation area is ready. The first final kicks off in less than an hour! Whowill take home the World Schools Football Cup?

Can they do it?

15th Oct 23 | 09:58

St John's International School Boys U13s have made quite the splash so far. They are undefeated and now face Morna International College in the 1/4 final. Can they go all the way?

Finals Day Fuel

15th Oct 23 | 08:37

The dining hall was busy for breakfast this morning as our players were fuelling up for a big day ahead. Finals day is fast approaching...

Time to catch our breath

14th Oct 23 | 19:10

And that's a wrap! An incredible day on the pitch, with wondergoals aplenty and moments of magic across the age groups. The blog ends here for today but keep an eye out for our featured video 'The Story so Far', which goes live across social media from 8pm CET. See you tomorrow...

Happy days

14th Oct 23 | 18:04

Charlie had a fantastic time on day one at the World Schools Football Cup, and we're hoping for his continued success on day two! 😁

Proud parents

14th Oct 23 | 17:11

It's fantastic to see all of your Tweets (or whatever they are called these days!), Facebook posts and Instagram stories. We know how much the players appreciate the support from back home. Keep them coming...

Views from Salou

14th Oct 23 | 16:37

Beth's Grammar School is not only enjoying the beautiful Spanish sunshine but also taking in the fantastic experience of competing against teams from around the world!☀️ 🌍

The #WSGFootball journey so far

14th Oct 23 | 15:11

With Day 1 well underway, we spoke with the players to find out about their experiences so far, for the official WSG TikTok channel. Here's what they had to say... 🎙️ 🇪🇸

Getting social

14th Oct 23 | 14:55

Great to see Safa Community School enjoying their time in Sunny Spain! Don't forget to share your photos on social media, tagging @wsgevents or using hashtag #WSGFootball.

GOTT already?

14th Oct 23 | 14:15

Harry Reay of Churchill Community College has potentially already produced 'Goal of the Tournament' with this screamer! Watch below.

Action shots

14th Oct 23 | 12:45

All smiles here on Day 2 in Barcelona! Don't forget to share your own photos and use the hashtag #wsgfootball

The MVP returns

Oct 14th 23 | 11:31

Last year's MVP Mark Watson is back and ready to do it all over again. Hailed a 'crazy baller' by one of his teammates, this maverick bagged 2 goals in his first game and has his heart set on back-to-back WSG MVP awards. Hear from Mark below...

Time to Shine

14th Oct 23 | 10:04

Lacy Mae Buckley of Churchill Community College with an early contender for 'Best Celebration'. Don't think those boots needs any treatment after providing a hattrick in her first match!

Football runs in the family!

14th Oct 23 | 09:40

We spoke to the son of Robert Pires, Alessio, after his POTM performance for Morna International College! 2 goals in a 9-2 thriller for the son of the famous Frenchman.

Day 2 begins

14th Oct | 08:47

The sun has risen and the players are set to perform! Who will get their noses in front on the first day of action?

That's a wrap

13th Oct 23 | 19:24

The opening ceremony has come and gone - what a great night and official start to the event. We will be up bright and early to bring you all of the action from tomorrow, as the football kicks off. Don't forget to visit the WSG Football Media Hub, for everything you need about fixtures, results, live streaming and much more.

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Bring on the noise

13th Oct 23 | 18:56

I can barely hear myself type! If this arena had a roof, it would have been well and truly raised.

How well do you know your flags?

13th Oct 23 | 18:44

The captains take to the stage to thunderous applause, holding aloft twenty-two flags from across the globe. They are on the world stage now... literally!

We're on the march...

13th Oct 23 | 17:52

The teams are on their way to the opening ceremony! Look out arena, a sea of noise is heading your way...

Making the most of the facilities

13th Oct 23 | 16:25

It hasn't taken long for our teams to get settled into their new surroundings. Cambrils Park is packed with activities for the kids (and adults) when they are off the pitch. Beach volley, swimming, mini golf, basketball and pool but to name a few! It's great to see the different nationalities mixing already.

Arrivals are coming thick and fast

13th Oct 23 | 14:55

Cambrils Park is getting busy! Teams have jetted into Barcelona Airport from across the globe and their coaches have started to arrive. Time for a bit of R&R before the opening ceremony.

The stage is set

13th Oct 23 | 13:50

Not long now until the the big kick-off! Teams are putting in their final preparations with extra training sessions as the sun shines on the Costa Daurada.