Red Bull Cúl 5 will take place on Saturday, May 25th in a purpose built arena in the distinctive surroundings of Dublin Port.

The event name 'Red Bull Cúl 5' tells its own story. 'Cúl', Irish for goal, refers to the fact that only goals can be scored. There are no points. '5' refers to 5 key rule changes, 5 players-a-side and each game lasting 5 minutes per half.

The competition will be played in a straight knockout format with games lasting 10 minutes. Red Bull Cúl 5 will also feature a number of rule changes, designed to promote a fast-paced & exciting game.

Red Bull athlete Bernard Brogan is looking forward to some high-energy action: "Red Bull Cúl 5 will be a fantastic competition. We've worked hard to create a challenging format. The ball will always be in play and players will need to be at their sharpest. I'm looking forward to seeing some top young players compete in this fresh and exciting event."

What Makes Red Bull Cúl 5 Different? Red Bull Cúl 5 will challenge competitors with a number of key rule changes.

These include:

• Ball can be picked clearly off the ground
• Person in possession can only be tackled/shadowed by one opponent
• Substitutes are unlimited & interchangeable from a maximum squad of 7
• Goalkeeper can restart game with kick from the hand
• Ball is always in play - except when a goal is scored & goalkeeper restarts

Full details of rules along with full schedule of competition draw will be communicated to competing teams.

Red Bull Cúl 5 will take place in a unique purpose-built arena.

The arena will feature a specially laid grass pitch (50 x 30m), which will be enclosed by storage containers from Dublin Port. Players can play the ball off the containers & therefore, the ball is continuously in play. Stand-style seating, positioned on top of the containers, will be provided for competing teams.

Entry Criteria

• Age bracket: Open to all players eligible to play minor football in 2013
• Each squad should number 7 players
• Teams can be comprised of players from one or multiple clubs
• Team names will be vetted by Red Bull. If a team name is deemed to be offensive - the team will be contacted and asked to change.

In order to enter, log on to www.redbull.ie and download the Entry Form. Complete & return the completed form by email. The first 32 fully completed application forms will be awarded a spot in the competition draw.

32 teams will take part in a straight knockout format. 32 teams will be reduced to 16 after the first round and so on until the final. Tweet

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