A FIVE-a-side World Cup tournament is set to be held in Redbridge the day before the real thing kicks off in South Africa.

The Air World Cup event, which has been organised by Air Football, will take place at Fairlop Powerleague, in Forest Road, Hainault on Thursday June 10.

Teams are invited to enter the contest, which will feature a free barbeque and run from 12pm until 5pm, by emailing: airfootball@hotmail.co.uk.

An 'Air Plate' will also be up for grabs during the tournament, with a special guest due to be in attendance on the day.