KARACHI: In the first semi-final of the Metropolitan Football Cup 2024, Baldia Town secured a place in the final by defeating Lyari Town 2-0. The event, organized by the Culture and Sports Department of the Karachi Metropolitan Municipality, was held on Tuesday. The Leader of Opposition in the KMC Council, Saifuddin Advocate, attended as the chief guest and distributed prizes to the players.
According to Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, the second semi-final is scheduled for Wednesday at the All Brothers Football Stadium between Malir Town and KMC teams at the Kukri Ground in Lyari on December 7. The winner of the final will receive a trophy and Rs. 1 million, while the second and third-placed teams will be awarded Rs. 5 million and Rs. 2.5 million, respectively. The tournament has engaged referees and technical staff approved by FIFA to oversee the matches. Consultations with former footballers and experts have been conducted to ensure the tournament meets established standards, providing football fans with high-quality games.