The Arnold Clark Cup kicks off in February
The Arnold Clark Cup kicks off in February
Arnold Clark is proud to reveal we are sponsoring a brand-new women's football tournament which will kick off in England next year.
The Arnold Clark Cup will see four of the world’s top ten teams meet in February 2022, with Canada, joining England, Germany and Spain in the inaugural tournament.
Each team will play a round-robin match in Middlesbrough, Norwich, and Wolverhampton.
Eddie Hawthorne, Arnold Clark Chief Executive and Group Managing Director, said: “We’re thrilled to launch the Arnold Clark Cup, and it’s been a real pleasure to work with Pitch International on this project.
"It’s a bold and exciting event and we believe that this will become a highlight of the sporting calendar for years to come.
“Football is something that brings the whole community together. We’re delighted to give fans the opportunity to see these great international players live in their hometowns for a great price and hopefully it will inspire future stars.”
England will begin the tournament on 17th February at Riverside Stadium against reigning Olympic champions, Canada, before taking on a star-studded Spain three days later at Carrow Road. The home side’s final fixture will be world number three Germany at Molineux on 23rd February.
England striker Fran Kirby is looking forward to having the chance to prove herself against some of the top players in the women’s game.
Kirby, a 2021 Ballon d’Or nominee, said: “As a team, you want to test yourself against the best and win trophies, and that’s our clear goal for the tournament.
“We’re buzzing to take on three of the world’s best sides at home. Canada are reigning Olympic Champions, Spain this year had more Ballon d’Or nominees than any other country, and obviously it doesn’t get much bigger than England v Germany.
“It’s a special opportunity to play world-class opposition in front of our supporters, so we’ll be determined to be firing on all cylinders.”
With over half of the tickets priced at £10 or less and the opportunity to see competitive, elite football at its very best, tournament organisers are expecting bumper crowds at each of the venues.
Tickets are now available to purchase from www.arnoldclarkcup.com
Fans will be able to watch every match live on ITV, and can follow tournament updates on social media at: @arnoldclarkcup / #arnoldclarkcup
