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St Kevin’s Boys Academy Cup – Live

As part of Near FM’s Northside Football 2 series, we will be broadcasting live from The Academy Cup on Saturday April 4th from 9.45am. This elite competition from the home of St Kevin’s Boys football club is a unique under 13 tournament featuring the cream of European teams at this age level.

Near FM will broadcast two commentary matches along with many interviews with coaches, players and fans.

Match 1 – 10am – St Kevin’s Boys V Benfica
Match 2 – 11.30am – Arsenal V Deportivo La Coruna

Northside Football 2 is the follow up to the FAI award winning Northside Football series from 2013. This series is made with the support of the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland Sound and Vision scheme.

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