sports

The Hwaeppul (torch) Cup soccer tournament (men and women) came to a close. It started on August 1 to mark Youth Day.

There were final matches at Kim Il Sung Stadium on August 28.

In the men's event, the April 25 Team won first place and the Ryomyong and Amnokgang teams came second and third respectively.

In the women's matches, the April 25 was also placed first, with the Pyongyang and Naegohyang finishing runner-up and coming third respectively.

Trophy cups, medals and diplomas were awarded to the successful men's and women's football teams and the players who displayed high techniques.