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title: "Year 7 and Year 8 Celebrate World Cup Tournament Success"
url: "https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-07-02-year-7-and-year-8-celebrate-world-cup-tournament-success"
school: "St Michael’s Catholic Academy"
---

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# Year 7 and Year 8 Celebrate World Cup Tournament Success

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### Lunchtime Competition Brings World Cup Excitement to School

Throughout June, Year 7 and Year 8 students at St Michael’s Catholic Academy brought the excitement of the World Cup to the school with a series of lunchtime knockout tournaments.

The competitions were packed with skill, teamwork and dramatic moments, providing plenty of entertainment for players and spectators alike.

### Year 7 Crowned Champions

Year 7 kicked off the tournament with three days of exciting knockout fixtures, culminating in a Grand Final between England (7L) and USA (7C).

Following an impressive performance, 7L emerged victorious to lift the trophy and become Year 7 World Cup champions.

### Late Drama Secures Year 8 Title

The Year 8 competition was equally thrilling, with Belgium (8I) facing France (8H) in a closely contested final.

Both teams enjoyed strong spells of possession and created numerous opportunities in an exciting match watched by a large crowd. With just one minute remaining, Ethan C (8I) scored a dramatic late winner to secure a 1–0 victory for Belgium and crown 8I as Year 8 World Cup champions.

### Celebrating Teamwork and Sportsmanship

A huge thank you goes to Mr Readman for organising the tournament and helping to make the event such a success.

Thank you also to all the students who participated and supported their teams throughout the competition. The sportsmanship, enthusiasm and school spirit displayed across both tournaments helped make the event a memorable experience for everyone involved.

Congratulations to all of the players, finalists and champions on a fantastic tournament.

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