A FOOTBALL mad landlord and his friends have organised an eight-a-side charity junior football tournament.

Owners of the Pied Bull on Northgate Street – Carl Scourfield and John Wright have organised the tournament on Saturday, July 3 at County Offices, Upton to raise funds for Selly Oak Military Hospital in Birmingham. The event will be hosted by Brian Messham who referees for a lot of the local school matches and has done so for many years. They are hoping for a minimum of 40 teams.

The event will take place between 10am and 5pm, for youngsters aged between 11-16 years and there will be trophies for all age groups. It is £40 per team, each team of eight is allowed two subs. To register a team visit the Pied Bull or call 01244 325829.