Languages Compete in SLLC Mini World Cup 2025

SLLC hosts its third mini world cup for students and faculty.

The School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (SLLC) hosted its third annual Mini World Cup on Friday, April 25 at the Engineering Fields, bringing together students and faculty for an afternoon of friendly competition and school spirit. Eight teams representing different language units competed in the small-sided soccer tournament. Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Russian, French, Chinese and a combined Arabic and Persian team participated in the competition.

The Capybaras (Portuguese) claimed first place, followed by SLLC Italia (Italian) in second and Spartak Maryland (Russian) in third.

Here are some of SLLC’s favorite moments from the Mini World Cup:

A special thank you to our faculty for their hard work organizing the event and leading their teams to podium finishes. Congratulations to all who participated and supported this SLLC tradition, and we look forward to the next Mini World Cup in 2026!