After successfully organising a Death Note-inspired Chess Tournament, The Otaku Guild took things to the next level with Otaku Olympete 2024! swapping the chessboard with the football field Otaku Olympete was back again with an adrenaline-filled football tournament. A 5-A side(a smaller version of 11-a-side football where each team has five players instead of the usual 11) football showdown inspired by the egoistic nature of Blue Lock. The exciting tournament brought together the anime and sports fans of Kolkata creating teams inspired by popular anime tropes and competing with each other on the field creating an unforgettable experience.
A total of 16 teams participated in the Otaku Olympete Football tournament. The Teams were divided into four groups each group consisting of four teams. The teams of Otaku Olympete 2024:
| Group A | Group B | Group C | Group D |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akuma FC | Seven Sins | League of Villains | Akatsuki FC |
| CF. The Royals | Rolling Thunder Again | Fly High FC | Black Dragons Gen 12 |
| Bengal Kage Strikers | Team Valhalla | Witchers FC | The Majestics FC |
| Inazuma 7 | Blacklist | Kolkata Komics | Manshine United |
Event Highlights & Tournament Structure
This unique tournament featured a 5-a-side team format, ideal for quick and action-packed matches. Teams played in two stages:
- Group Stage Matches: 12 minutes each (5+5+2 break)
- Knockout Matches: 16 minutes each (7+7+2 break)
Each team could register a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 7 players, with one goalkeeper allowed per team. The group qualifiers took place on August 24th, followed by knockout rounds on August 25th. The short but intense games kept both players and spectators on edge throughout the event, creating an electric atmosphere at Turf Time! Mixed teams were encouraged, highlighting the inclusive nature of this event and the anime community.
winners of the Otaku olympete 2024 football tournament
After two days of intense matches, teamwork, and sportsmanship, Akatsuki FC emerged victorious, claiming the title of Otaku Olympete 2024 Champions! and the CF. The Royals were the first runner-ups.
This year, a new champion was crowned: Akatsuki FC. CF The Royals sought revenge for last year’s defeat against Kolkata Komics but fell just short in the finals, becoming two-time runners-up. Last year’s champions, Kolkata Komics, claimed third place. A huge congratulations to all the teams who participated and brought their A-game! Special mentions go to Akuma FC, Bengal Kage Strikers, Inazuma 7, Seven Sins, Rolling Thunder Again, Team Valhalla, Blacklist, League of Villains, Fly High FC, Witchers FC, Black Dragons Gen 12, The Majestics FC, Kolkata Komics and Manshine United for their incredible performances.
Stars of the Tournament
Several players stood out with their exceptional skills and dedication. Here are the top performers of the Otaku Olympete 2024 Football Tournament:
Best Striker : Abir Dey (Team Valhalla)
Best Goalkeeper: Riwddhamon Mitra (CF. The Royals)
These individuals showcased exceptional skill, sportsmanship, and passion, making Otaku Olympete 2024 an unforgettable experience.
With the tremendous success of this football tournament, Otaku Olympete has already sparked interest in future events. The Otaku Guild has set a high standard, and we’re excited to see what’s in store for anime fans and athletes maybe some events inspired by Haikyuu or Kuroko no Basket. Congratulations to the champions, top performers, and participants who made this event successful. We can’t wait to see you all on the field again!
Check out more about the event and stay tuned for future updates at Otaku Mantra’s coverage of Otaku Olympete 2024.
