Guiyang to host 2025 City Football Invitational

Guiyang in Southwest China ' s Guizhou province is known for its refreshing climate, offering a blend of historic charm and modern innovation in its booming big data industry. [Photo/WeChat account of Guiyang news network]

The 2025 City Football Invitational will kick off on Sept 19 in Guiyang, bringing together 16 city teams and more than 400 players from across China.

Participating teams are from those including Shijingshan district in Beijing, Handan city in Hebei province, Heze city in Shandong province, Nanyang city in Henan province, Fuling district in Chongqing, and the host city Guiyang.

Matches will be held simultaneously at the Guiyang Olympic Sports Center and three other venues. The tournament will be divided into three stages: group stage, knockout stage, and placement matches.