Blackheart U-20 Knockout Football Quarter-finals Set for Soufriere

This weekend, the 2026 Blackheart SLFA U20 Knockout Football Tournament will move to the Soufriere Mini-Stadium for the highly anticipated quarter-final stages under the banner: “Where Future Legends Rise.”

This restructured competition is aimed at enhancing the skills of young players as they prepare for the upcoming FIFA Under-20 World Cup, showcasing impressive play and thrilling results.

With 45 goals already scored in the opening round, the excitement continues to build for the Quarter-finals scheduled in Soufriere starting June 6.

Weekend Fixture:

Saturday, June 6: Match Day #6
– Mabouya Valley vs. La Clery – 7:00 p.m.
– Gros Islet vs. Dennery – 9:00 p.m.

Sunday, June 7: Match Day #7
– South Castries vs. Vieux Fort South – 7:00 p.m.
– Canaries vs. Soufriere – 9:00 p.m.

Meanwhile , the Saint Lucia Football Association (SLFA) Inc. will hold its 40th Annual Congress today (Saturday) at the Bay Gardens Hotel in Rodney Bay, commencing at 10:00 a.m.

Member leagues will gather for this ordinary congress, where no elections will take place.

Notably, this congress occurs just before the kickoff of the third season of the Saint Lucia Semi-Professional Football League (SPFL) this month.

Throughout the remainder of the year, at least three national teams will be in action, including the Men’s team in the Concacaf Nations League, the Under-14 Boys in the Caribbean Football Union Tournament, and the Under-15 Girls in the Concacaf Under-15 Championship.

The main agenda for this weekends’ meeting will focus on presenting plans for the upcoming year in both domestic and international football, alongside various reports.

During the congress, SLFA Chairman and President Lyndon Cooper will deliver opening remarks, and the 2025 National Executive Report will be presented. Leagues will also have the opportunity to vote on the approval of the 2025 Audited Statements, the 2026 Programme of Activities, and the 2026 Budget.

Additionally, the meeting will address the appointment of independent auditors and trustees.

Stay tuned for more updates on the tournament and the SLFA’s initiatives.