The Red Bull Four 2 Score World Final, held over two days in Leipzig, brought an electrifying atmosphere to the area in front of the Red Bull Arena.

Featuring a vibrant 4v4 tournament format, the event showcased 28 teams from 20 nations battling it out in 10-minute rounds of high-octane football. The unique rules of the tournament, which included no goalies, continuous play, and double points for goals scored in the first and last minutes, highlighted the competitive spirit of Red Bull’s power football philosophy.

The tournament began with a rigorous group stage, followed by knockout rounds that culminated in the crowning of the World Final Champions. Notable figures such as RB Leipzig player Xavi Simons and freestyle footballer Séan Garnier supported participants throughout the event, adding to the excitement.

The final on Saturday, September 14, delivered a thrilling conclusion. The amateur women’s football team from Brazil triumphed over the USA’s WORLD CHAMPS23, while the Netherlands emerged victorious against the USA in the mixed competition. The award ceremony took place during halftime of the Bundesliga match between RB Leipzig and Union Berlin, with Marcel Schäfer, Managing Director Sports RB Leipzig, presenting the trophies to the winning teams amid a lively crowd.

Locally, TFT secured their place in the World Finals by outperforming 16 teams across 10 qualifiers held on their island nation. The team, including Abdulla Shaffan (Shaaka), Ismail Muneez, Mohamed Wilf, Ahnaf Rasheed (Ahukko), and Ibrahim Najih, showed commendable performance despite facing tough competition.

The Maldives team’s journey included a 5-1 win over India, a narrow 2-3 loss to the World Champions 2023, a 4-6 defeat by Brazil, and a 1-5 loss to the USA. They were subsequently eliminated in the Round of 16 by Croatia with a score of 0-7.

As the 2024 World Final wraps up, anticipation is already building for the 2025 Red Bull Four 2 Score, scheduled to take place in Austria, where teams will compete once again for the World Champion titles.