About this Event
🏆 Syndicus Amateur League CUP
🎮 Game: FC 26
📅 Dates:
• Online Qualifiers: 17–30 January 2026
• Offline Final: 31 January 2026 (Saturday), Location The Sportsman Stratford ,78-102 Broadway,Newham,Greater London,E15 1NG
👥 Participants: Open registration → 16 finalists advance to the offline stage
⚔️ Format: Double Elimination
🖥️ Setup: 4 gaming stations on-site
⏱️ Match Duration: 2 × 6 min halves + 8 min for setup = ~20 min per match
📌 Stage 1 — Online Qualifiers
• Played in Kick-Off mode
• Allowed teams:
• All teams available in-game
• National teams
• Duplicate matchups allowed (e.g. Real Madrid vs Real Madrid)
• Use of Legends teams (Classic XI / Icons) is strictly prohibited
In case of a draw:
• Extra time: 1 half of 3 minutes
• Golden Goal rule — first goal wins
• If no goal is scored → rematch with Golden Goal rule — first goal wins
🏟️ Stage 2 — Offline Final in London
• The top 16 players from the qualifiers meet in person
• Double elimination format — each player can lose once and still compete
• Matches: 2 × 6 min halves + 8 min for setup (~20 min total)
In case of a draw:
• Extra time: 2 × 3 minutes
• If still tied → penalty shootout
• Organizational break: 30 minutes after the semifinals
• Final:
• If the player from the Losers’ Bracket wins → the final is reset and replayed
🎁 Prizes
1st place: Gaming chair
2nd place: Gaming desk
3rd place: Gaming headset
📣 General Terms
• Double Elimination is the official format of SAL CUP from 2026 onward (unless changed 😉)
• The organizer reserves the right to adjust the schedule or rules if necessary
• All participants must adhere to fair play and tournament rules
• All disputes are resolved by the organizer — decisions are final
📥 Registration & Communication
• Registration is via an online form available on the tournament website or Discord
• Participants must provide:
• Full name / gamer tag
• Gaming platform (PS5 / Xbox / PC)
• Contact (email or Discord)
• All tournament communication will take place via the official SAL CUP Discord server
📸 Media & Broadcasting
• The organizer reserves the right to photograph and record the offline final
• Participants agree to the use of promotional materials featuring their image
• The final may be streamed live on SAL CUP’s social media platforms
🧾 Technical Rules
• In case of technical issues (e.g. disconnection, lag), the organizer will decide whether to replay or continue the match
• Players must be punctual — delays over 5 minutes may result in a forfeit
• Any form of cheating, glitch exploitation, or unsportsmanlike conduct will result in disqualification
🛡️ Fair Play & Ethics
• SAL CUP promotes respect, inclusivity, and healthy competition
• Offensive language, toxic behavior, or discrimination will not be tolerated
• The organizer reserves the right to remove any participant violating ethical standards
💳 Entry Fee
• Entry fee: £25 (GBP)
• Tickets are available exclusively via Eventbrite.co.uk
• Tickets are non-refundable — in accordance with Eventbrite’s terms and the event policy
• If a participant is unable to attend, they must notify the organizer immediately
• Tickets are personal — they cannot be transferred without the organizer’s approval
• Participation implies acceptance of the tournament rules and fair play policy
• If the event is cancelled by the organizer, a full refund will be issued
🛑 Liability Disclaimer
• The organizer is not responsible for:
• Travel, accommodation, or other personal expenses
• Loss or damage to personal belongings during the event
• Technical issues caused by the player’s equipment or internet connection (during online stage)
• Participation is at the player’s own risk
🧾 Identity Verification
• The organizer reserves the right to verify participant identity during the offline final (e.g. via ID or Eventbrite ticket)
• If identity cannot be confirmed, the organizer may deny participation without refund
🧑⚖️ Dispute Resolution
• Any issues not covered in the rules will be resolved by the organizer based on fair play and common sense
• All decisions made by the organizer are final and binding
🧯 On-Site Safety & Conduct
• Participants must follow all safety rules at the event venue
• The organizer reserves the right to remove individuals who behave aggressively, are intoxicated, or disrupt public order
Minimum age requirement: Participants must be 13 years or older on the day of the event.
Players under 16 are advised to attend the offline final with a parent or guardian.
The organizer reserves the right to request age verification.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Sportsman Stratford, 78-102 Broadway, London, United Kingdom
GBP 27.80












