Bill Stewart Primary School Football Tournament kicks off at UFS in the Free State

As South Africa continues to celebrate the power of football to unite, inspire and transform lives, the provides a unique opportunity to witness where that journey begins.

Hosted at the University of the Free State, the tournament brings together approximately *450 of South Africa's top Under-13 footballers* each having earned selection through a competitive provincial process to represent their respective teams.

For many, this tournament is the first step towards a future in professional football, with talent scouts and coaches attending to identify the country's next generation of stars.

The Bill Stewart U13 Inter-Provincial Soccer Tournament is one of South Africa's longest running and most prestigious youth football tournaments.

SABC News Reporter Abigail Visagie has more details from the University of the Free State, in Bloemfontein.

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