Taking place from October 26th to November 4, the tournament will see 32 national teams from across the globe compete for the prestigious title in Ras Al Khaimah
With India set to take on the UAE in the opening match on October 26, the ticket bookings for the 2023 WMF Minifootball World Cup Ras Al Khaimah have begun.
According to a press statement by Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, the tourism promotion board of the emirate, the ticket booking platform has gone live with the launch of the tournament’s official campaign video which celebrates minifootball’s unifying power and the tournament’s debut in the Middle East.
The statement adds that with Ras Al Khaimah’s commitment to enhance livability and make the sport accessible to all, match tickets are available free of charge.
RAKTDA says that under the banner ‘Home for Everyday Legends’, the 2023 World Cup highlights how relatable the game is to amateur players and enthusiasts, while magnifying the importance and capabilities of the talented players and giving them the legendary status they deserve.
It adds that the goal is to inspire viewers to appreciate the sport beyond the professional level and recognize the skills and talent that exists within minifootball communities.
Taking place from October 26th to November 4, the tournament will see 32 national teams from across the globe compete for the prestigious title in Ras Al Khaimah. Eight groups, each comprising four teams, will compete to secure their spot in the knockout stages between October 26-31, before the battle for the title takes place between November 1-4.
The statement adds that the host nation, UAE, will face India following the official opening ceremony on October 26. Meanwhile, defending champions, Mexico, will play Ireland in the first match of opening match day.
One of the strongest contenders, Brazil, leads the charge in Group E, and will play their first match of the tournament on October 27 against Japan. Meanwhile, the USA, former host, and winner of the inaugural Minifootball World Cup tournament in 2015, are headlining Group D and will play their first match against Spain. The match schedule as well as tickets are available on the website of the tourism development body.
