Finland Liigacup

Finland Liigacup

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The Finnish League Cup (in Finnish: Liigacup), is a knock-out football competition contested annually during the pre-season in winter by teams from Veikkausliiga. The competition is notably the only football competition in Europe which is mostly played indoors. It is also administrated by Veikkausliiga

History

The competition was founded in 1994. After 18 editions it was abolished in 2016. It was replaced with the Finnish Cup group stage starting from the 2017 season

The league cup was revived in 2022, as it returned in its original format. The competing teams are allowed to have up to three non-contract test players in their roster, with seven possible substitutions. The most successful club is HJK Helsinki with 6 titles.

The Finland Liigacup is an exciting pre-season soccer tournament held annually in Finland, serving as a warm-up competition for the upcoming Finnish Veikkausliiga season. Featuring top Finnish clubs and sometimes invited international teams, the Liigacup offers fans a chance to see their favorite teams in action, test new players, and build team chemistry. The tournament typically takes place across various venues in Finland, showcasing high-quality football and fostering competitive spirit among participating teams. With its vibrant atmosphere and growing popularity, the Finland Liigacup is a key event for football enthusiasts eager to catch the early action of the Finnish football calendar.