Engen celebrates 20 years of the Engen Knockout Challenge

For the last 20 years, the Engen Knockout Challenge has been cultivating football development within South African communities. Engen is passionate about creating platforms for footballers both male and female. We’re proud to have spent the past two decades producing national talent eligible to participate in the South African football national team and topflight clubs.


Club Registration

Managers or admin personnel must first register their club on our database. No players can register unless their club has registered first.

You will need your signed club indemnity form with you for the registration, as well as the official club cell number and the phone must be with you

Showcasing Young Talent Across The Country


The Engen Knockout Challenge kicked off in 2003. Over the last 20 years, the tournament has been renowned for being South Africa’s most prestigious football development tournament.

At Engen, we remain committed to awarding opportunities to young football players by showcasing their talent nationwide.

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Welcoming spectators back in 2022

This year, the Engen Knockout Challenge will welcome spectators back to the stands to support their teams. The tournament will take place with all relevant safety protocols in place which all attendees must follow. The Engen Knockout Challenge will take place with full acceleration in three provinces: Gauteng, Western Cape, and KwaZulu-Natal. 


Are you a past player in the EKOC Tournament?

To celebrate our second decade, we’re inviting all past Engen Knockout Challenge players to share photos, memories and highlights from the tournament. Join in by filling out the form below.

Register as a Past Player

Tournament Details

Media Draw Dates

23 June 2022 - Cape Town
27 June 2022- Johannesburg
5 July 2022- Durban

EKOC Regional Tournaments

Johannesburg: 1st, 2nd, 3rd July 2022 - Marks Park
Cape Town: 8th, 9th & 10th July 2022 - Langa Stadium
Durban: 15th, 16th & 17th July 2022 - Moses Mabhida Stadium

Champ of Champ

3rd, 4th, 5th October 2022: (Venue TBC)
Media Draw: (TBC)

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  • If your club/team struggles with the registration process please phone Masibulele Sukazi on
    081 794 0378