Miller Knight lift 2026 Stags Charity Business Cup!

Stephen
4 hours ago
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The 2026 Stags Charity Business Cup delivered a full evening of competitive football at the One Call Stadium, with nine businesses taking part in a fast-paced round-robin tournament played across four pitches, to raise funds for Mansfield Town Community Trust as well as the opportunity to play at the One Call Stadium.

Tournament Format & Fixtures

Nine teams took part in this year’s tournament, each representing a different nation in a World Cup-style format, creating a competitive and entertaining atmosphere throughout the evening.

Representing their countries were:

Advanced Roofing (GER)
BAPP for Bolts (SPN)
Jephsons Shopfitters (SCO)
Miller Knight (NED)
NAPIT (ENG)
Park Lane Self Drive (POR)
TB Sport (CPV)
Whitshaw Builders (FRA)
MTFC Staff (BRA)

Results across the night were closely fought, with several teams remaining in contention heading into the final round of games. Consistency proved key, with Miller Knight (NED), Park Lane Self Drive (POR), NAPIT (ENG), and TB Sport (CPV) all featuring prominently in the title race at different stages of the evening.

The Title Decider

As the final fixtures unfolded, the championship picture remained finely balanced. However, a dramatic late swing in the schedule ultimately decided the outcome.

In one of the standout moments of the tournament, MTFC Staff secured their first victory of the evening with a 2–1 win over Whitshaw Builders in the final round of matches. While MTFC Staff finished at the bottom of the table, that result had a major impact at the top end of the standings.

The win confirmed Miller Knight (NED) as 2026 Stags Charity Business Cup champions after a strong and consistent series of performances across all their fixtures.

Champions – Miller Knight (NED) 🏆

Miller Knight were the most consistent side across the evening, recording key victories against direct rivals and maintaining momentum throughout the evening. As the final whistle blew, players and staff headed into the 1861 Suite where a selection of food was provided while the final scores and top goalscorer standings were totalled up. After an evening of closely contested fixtures and plenty of twists throughout the tournament, Miller Knight patiently awaited confirmation before eventually being announced as winners of the 2026 Stags Charity Business Cup.

Wooden Spoon – MTFC Staff (BRA) 🥄

MTFC Staff finished bottom of the standings but played a key role in the final outcome of the competition, ending the night on a high with a well-earned win in their final match. Their effort and spirit throughout the tournament reflected the positive nature of the event.

Community Impact

The tournament once again highlighted the fantastic support from local and regional businesses, helping raise valuable funds for the Community Trust. The money raised will support ongoing community programmes and initiatives that make a real difference locally.

A comment from Mansfield Town Community Trust

Head of Business Development Alex Cartwright said:

“It was brilliant to see so many local businesses come together to support the Community Trust. The standard of football, the atmosphere, and the support shown throughout the evening made it a fantastic event to be part of. We’re incredibly grateful to every team, player, partner, and volunteer who helped make the night such a success. Support from our partners helps push the turst further and build on the work we do around our communities. Their donations and contributions to us will have a sizeable impact on the area”