Teams will hit the astroturf this weekend for a ‘Blue Light’ football tournament and family fun day event to support babies, children and families across Angus and Tayside.

Taking place on Sunday, October 26 at the Change Centre Dundee (Street Soccer Scotland), the event promises a free fun-filled day for the whole community, complete with football action, family entertainment and activities for all ages.

Hosted by The Archie Foundation and Change Centre Dundee (Street Soccer Scotland), the Battle of the Badges event will see teams from the region’s fire service, police force, Dundee & Angus College and Skills Development Scotland go head-to-head in a five-a-side football tournament, all to raise vital funds for local families and community programmes.

This year’s event will be a full day of family fun, with bouncy castles, inflatables, games and activities to keep attendees entertained throughout the day.

Archie Bear is pictured with members of Team Fire.

placeholder image — Archie Bear is pictured with members of Team Fire.

Rebecca Duncan, the charity’s business development and fundraising manager, said: “We’re so excited for Battle of the Badges 2025. It’s more than a football tournament, it’s a chance for families to come together, celebrate our local heroes and support children and families across Tayside.”

Funds raised before and during the event will go towards supporting The Archie Foundation’s vital services for babies, children and families in Tayside, as well as Change Centre Dundee (Soccer Street Scotland) outreach programmes that use sport to inspire positive change.

Visit archie.org/events/battle-of-the-badges-events/ to find out more about the Battle of Badges event, including how to participate. Fundraising pages for each team can be found at: Team Skills Development Scotland (www.justgiving.com/campaign/teamsdsbotb2025); Team Dundee & Angus College (www.justgiving.com/campaign/teamdundeeanguscollegebotb25); Team Police (www.justgiving.com/campaign/teampolicebotb25); Team Fire (www.justgiving.com/campaign/teamfirebotb25.

Further information about The Archie Foundation can be found at www.archie.org/getsupport/.