Cup holders George Town take on Premier League champions Elite in the tie of the opening round of the Digicel Cup.

In a carbon copy of last season’s first match, George Town host the current league leaders with the tie to be played on Sunday December 11.

Cayman Athletic Sports Club face Roma, last year’s finalists and Tigers FC will play Bodden Town.

In the final game of the draw Scholars International visit Future.

Cayman Islands Football Association President Marcos Tinoco said one tie clearly stands out.

“The George Town Elite match really is the big one,” said Mr Tinoco. “It’s a repeat of the same game at this stage last season.

“The current league champions against the Cup holders. Elite are doing very well this season and George Town are always strong in the cup. It will be a fantastic game.

“Scholars are certainly a team to watch out for as they have a very strong squad this season. It promises to be a great Cup competition.”

The draw in full:

Cayman Athletic v Roma United

Tigers FC v Bodden Town

George Town v Elite

Future v Scholars International

First Round ties will take place on Sunday December 11. Venues and times will be confirmed by the CIFA competition committee.

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