The 2024 Rarotonga Football Season is heading into round seven, with anticipation building for thrilling action at the CIFA Complex in Matavera.

The grassroots divisions will be in the spotlight today, showcasing a blend of young talent and competitive spirit starting at 4.15pm.

In the Under-6 Mixed Division, Avatiu will take on Tupapa Maraerenga, setting the stage for an energetic encounter. Puaikura will face Titikaveka, with both teams eager to make their mark and improve their standings.

For the U8 Mixed Division, Tupapa Maraerenga and Titikaveka will go head-to-head, each team looking to build on their recent performances. Matavera-Ngatangiia will challenge Nikao Sokattak in a crucial match for both sides, while Avatiu and Puaikura will also clash, promising another competitive game.

In the U10 Mixed Division, Tupapa Maraerenga will meet Titikaveka in a key match for both teams. Matavera-Ngatangiia will face Nikao Sokattak, and Avatiu will go up against Puaikura, with each fixture expected to be closely contested.

The U12 Mixed Division features Tupapa Maraerenga against Titikaveka, as both teams aim to solidify their positions in the standings. Matavera-Ngatangiia will challenge Nikao Sokattak, and Avatiu will take on Puaikura, adding to the day’s competitive matches.

The highlight of the round will be the U18 Men’s Division clash between Matavera-Ngatangiia and Nikao Sokattak. Matavera-Ngatangiia will be looking to bounce back from recent challenges, while Nikao Sokattak will aim to maintain their strong form.

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Fixtures

CIFA Field 1: Under 6 Mix 4:15pm Field 1 Avatiu vs Tupapa Maraerenga (Ref: Tasha Dean), Field 2 Puaikura vs Titikaveka (Ref: Jason Lindsay),

Under 8 Mix 4:15pm Field 1 Matavera-Ngatangiia vs Nikao Sokattak (Ref: Ranjeeta Singh), Field 2 Puaikura vs Avatiu (Ref: Jubilee Jubilee), Field 3 Tupapa Maraerenga vs Titikaveka (Ref: Karl Federick), Under 10 Mix 4:15pm Field 1 Matavera-Ngatangiia vs Nikao Sokattak (Ref: Athylene Savage),

Field 2 Puaikura vs Avatiu (Ref: Jaceline Pukerua), Field 3 Tupapa Maraerenga vs Titikaveka (Ref: Robert Savage Jnr).

CIFA Field 2: Under 12 Mix 4:15pm Field 1 Matavera-Ngatangiia vs Nikao Sokattak (Ref: Matilda Auua), Field 2 Puaikura vs Avatiu (Ref: Robert Savage Snr), Field 3 Tupapa Maraerenga vs Titikaveka (Ref: Rakesh Varman),

CIFA Field 1: Under 18 Men 4:50pm Matavera-Ngatangiia vs Nikao Sokattak (Ref: Tuakeu Paerau, AR1: Matilda Auua, AR2: Jaceline Pukerua, 4th: Ranjeeta Singh).