The All-Stars have been crowned the first-ever Walking Football Cup champions, lifting the prestigious Leroy “Curly Joe” Wilson Cup after a breathless 6-4 victory over Bermuda College.
In an entertaining final that showcased the very best of the island’s burgeoning over-40s and over-50s circuit, the All-Stars’ clinical edge proved the difference in a ten-goal epic. Despite a spirited display from the Bermuda College outfit, they were unable to contain a rampant attack determined to write its name into the local history books.
Earlier in the day, the consolation match provided drama of its own as the Touring Team edged out the Walking Warriors in a tense penalty shootout following a hard-fought 2-2 draw in regulation time.
The domestic curtain-fall marks the beginning of an ambitious international chapter for the sport on the island.
National team tryouts are scheduled for this coming Wednesday. Following the conclusion of the traditional Cup Match Classic holiday, Bermuda’s elite walking footballers will officially begin an intensive training program under head coach Leroy Wilson as they prepare for the upcoming Walking Football World Cup.
