TCL’s Five-A-Side Road to Greatness Tournament Returns In 2026 with a Chance to Play in London

Following the massive success of its debut last year, TCL Electronics, the Global No.1 Mini LED and Ultra Large Screen TV brand (75″+) according to OMDIA 2025 and official Global partner of Arsenal FC, is thrilled to announce that its five-a-side Road To Greatness tournament is back in 2026.

This five-a-side football tournament is looking for South Africa’s best team to compete against winners from other countries on one of the world’s most famous football pitches – the Emirates Stadium, home to Arsenal FC.

Open to all South Africans over the age of 18 and with a valid passport, the 2026 tournament kicks off locally in April 2026, with teams from across the country invited to register and compete. The winning team from South Africa will go on to represent the country against other international teams from markets including Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, South Europe, Hong Kong and the United Kingdom.

Winning teams from each country will secure a place at the global finals in London for a once-in-a-lifetime three-day experience, taking place from 17 – 21 May 2026, where they will compete against winners from the other regions until a winner is crowned.

The global finals offer a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Players will have the opportunity to train with Arsenal FC coaches, meet club legends, embark on a stadium and museum tour and compete in the TCL Road To Greatness final at the Emirates Stadium.

The Emirates Stadium is more than just a football ground; it is a global stage with a capacity of over 60,000 fans. As the home of Arsenal FC, it has hosted some of the greatest players in English Premier League history. For the winners of the TCL Road to Greatness, it represents the pinnacle of their footballing journey, a chance to play where legends have made history.

Registration Is Now Open

Registration for the South African leg of the tournament is now open. Competition is expected to be fierce, and spots are limited to 16 teams per country. Teams can register via this form and are encouraged to do so before registration closes on 29 April 2026.

Key Dates:

  • 1 May: Cape Town Tournament. Fives Futbol Century City
  • 3 May: Johannesburg Tournament. Fives Futbol Huddle Park
  • 4 May: Regional Finals: Fives Futbol Huddle Park

Mr Mike Chen, General Manager at TCL South Africa, says:

“We’re proud to bring Road to Greatness back for a second year because it represents exactly what TCL stands for, creating opportunities and inspiring people to aim higher. Through our partnership with Arsenal FC, we’re able to give everyday players access to something truly special. Stepping onto the pitch at the Emirates is a dream for millions, and we are proud to be the brand that turns that dream into a reality for our local talent.”

With limited team slots available, interested participants are encouraged to register early to secure their place.

More information on these units and more can be found at TCL South Africa | TVs and Electronics | TCL.com.

About TCL
TCL Electronics is a fast-growing consumer electronics company and leading player in the global TV industry. Founded in 1981, it now operates in over 160 markets globally with 22 manufacturing facilities and over 90 000 employees around the globe. According to OMDIA, TCL has been ranked the number one bestselling Android TV and the number two LCD global brand in terms of sales volume consecutively in 2019, 2020 and 2021. TCL specialises in the research, development and manufacturing of consumer electronics products ranging from TVs, audio and smart home products. After spending 40 years at the forefront of consumer technology, TCL has pushed the boundaries of what’s possible, raising the bar across our industry, and proudly pioneering new innovations. TCL introduced the world’s first big-screen QLED TV in 2014, pioneering quantum dot colour technology and more recently in 2019, TCL introduced the world’s first Mini-LED TV raising the bar for depth, dimension, and contrast.

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