EXPERIENCED enthusiastic footballers are needed for a veterans' five-a-side tournament.

Teams wanting to take part in the Middlesbrough 290 Masters, on March 31, need to ensure that the combined ages of their players on the pitch reaches 290 years at all times.

Middlesbrough Sport and Leisure is organising the tournament with the town's primary care trust and the North Riding County Football Association.

Teams must complete application forms for the event, at the Rainbow Leisure Centre, Coulby Newham, and can get one from Mick Callaghan on (01642) 515620.