5-a-side football is a dynamic, mini version of the sport designed for maximum fun and accessibility. Each team consists of five players (four outfield players and one goalkeeper) competing on a smaller pitch with shorter game durations. It’s a fast-paced, engaging game perfect for players of all skill levels, and it’s all for a great cause!
Jointly organised by Operation Santa Claus (OSC) and the Hong Kong Football Club (HKFC), this year marks the 27th anniversary of our annual 5-a-side Football Tournament. We welcome footballers from corporations, junior football clubs, and schools to sign up and join us for a full day of thrilling matches.
It’s more than just a game; it’s a chance to raise funds for communities in need. All proceeds from the enrolment fees will be donated to OSC, making you a vital part of our mission for collaborative giving.
9 November 2025 (Sunday)
9:30 am – 8:00 pm
Pitch 8, Happy Valley Sportsground
Morning-early afternoon: Junior teams | Evening: Corporate adult teams
Junior: HK$2,000 per team ∣ Corporate adult: HK$20,000 per team
Our events are a major source of support for our charitable programs and a full tournament helps us maximise the funds we raise. For this reason, preference will be given to teams that have joined OSC sports tournaments in the past three years, as well as those that are participating in HKJFL and HKFA Leagues.
While we will do our best to accommodate new teams as spots become available on a first-come, first-served basis, please note that due to limited venue capacity and team quotas, we may not be able to accept every registration.
Thank you for your understanding and for helping us fulfill our mission.
Junior teams who donate the enrolment fee of HK$2,000 will receive the following acknowledgements:
If you’re interested in making a bigger impact, please explore our school donation packages.
Adult teams who donate the enrolment fee of HK$20,000 will receive the acknowledgements listed in our corporate donation packages.
| Teams | Time | Activities |
|---|---|---|
| Junior U10 Boys | 9:45am – 10:00am | U10 Boys Registration |
| 10:00am – 12:30pm | U10 Boys Tournament | |
| Crusaders | 12:30pm – 12:45pm | Crusaders Tournament |
| Junior U10 Boys | 12:45pm – 1:00pm | U10 Boys Award Presentation |
| Junior U12 Boys | 12:45pm – 1:00pm | U12 Boys Registration |
| 1:00pm – 3:15pm | U12 Boys Tournament | |
| 3:15pm – 3:30pm | U12 Boys Award Presentation | |
| Junior U12 Girls | 3:15pm – 3:30pm | U12 Girls Registration |
| 3:30pm – 5:25pm | U12 Girls Tournament | |
| 5:30pm – 5:45pm | U12 Girls Award Presentation | |
| Adult | 5:30pm – 5:45pm | Adult Teams Registration |
| 5:45pm – 8:00pm | Adult Teams Tournament | |
| 8:00pm – 8:15pm | Adult Teams Award Presentation |
Note: The rundown is subject to minor changes as needed on event day.
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Operation Santa Claus (OSC), a homegrown flagship annual fundraising drive jointly established by SCMP and RTHK in 1988, has grown from modest beginnings to become one of Hong Kong’s most recognised charity initiatives. It connects thousands of partners, fostering philanthropy, with its legacy continued by SCMP Charities Limited, a tax exempted charitable institute under section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance (File No.: 91/7320).
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