1st COPA Rizal football tilt slated July 27-29 in Calamba

MANILA, Philippines – Preparations are underway by Total Football Club for the 1st Mayor Ross Rizal Football Cup to be held on July 27-28 at the Inspire Sports Academy at National University Laguna in Calamba City.

As the excitement builds up for the tournament, Total FC is working tirelessly to ensure that the event would run as smoothly as possible as it will serve as a testament to their vision of unity and community engagement through sports development.

“This tournament will symbolize the vibrant spirit of Calamba City and its people and as a testament to our commitment to sports and youth development in our renewed Calamba (CalamBAGO),” said Calamba City Mayor Ross Rizal.

“We are laying the groundwork for a healthier and (a) more connected community through programs like this as our administration focuses to strengthen our collective efforts towards health and wellness in the City; I look forward to seeing the positive impact of these programs will have towards our Calambeños and the city as a whole,” he added.

The tournament is set to be a showcase of the rich football talent in the City of Calamba, with teams participating from the local and neighboring communities. The football cup will provide a unique opportunity for young football players from Calamba to display their skills on a bigger stage and for scouts to discover new talents.

“Football is more than just a game; it's a language that unites people from all walks of life. With the 1st Mayor Ross Rizal’s Football Cup, we're not just hosting a tournament; we're nurturing a community,” said Total FC team manager Jeremy Elgin Tancangco.

“We want to create an environment where talent, passion, and camaraderie flourish and we believe that this cup will be a game-changer, for a brighter future in football here in Calamba City and nearby towns as well,” he added.

Named after the mayor of Calamba, the Mayor Ross Rizal’s 1st Football Cup is a series of football matches that serves as a beacon for progress in local sports infrastructure, environmental milestones, and reformed community engagement in the City of Calamba.

Just recently, Rizal was hailed as the Top 1 Performing Mayor in the whole Region IV A