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CHALLENGE CUP ALGARVE 2026

From June 25th to 28th, the Algarve will host an unforgettable youth football tournament.
Summer begins with the Challenge Cup Algarve, bringing together talent, passion and sportsmanship in a world-class setting

A special thank you to the Municipalities of Portimão, Albufeira and Lagoa for their support in making this event possible.

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INTERNATIONAL TEAMS

CERTIFIED TOURNAMENT

Certified by the Portuguese Football Federation, the Challenge Cup Algarve features official referees in all matches. From the competition to logistics, the Challenge Cup Algarve ensures every aspect of your experience is carefully planned and designed so you can make the most of your participation.

BOYS

7VS7:
U9 – born in 2017;
U10 – born in 2016;
U11 – born in 2015;
U12 – born in 2014;

9VS9:

U12/U13 – born in 2014;

11VS11:
U13 – born in 2013;
U14 – born in 2012;
U15 – born in 2012/2011;
U17 – born in 2010/2009;

The organization allows, in the U13, U15, and U17 categories, the registration of 2 players who are one year older per category.

GIRLS

11VS11:
U15 – born in 2011;
U17 – born in 2010/2009;

Minimum of 4 matches for all teams.
If advancing to the final stage, there will be 5 matches.
See the regulations.

AQUA PARK

One complimentary entry for all participating players and coachesin the Summer Edition, scheduled by the organization for a fixed date (27 June).

Hotels will be assigned by the organization to optimize time and distance between accommodation and game fields for teams using Challenge Cup Algarve 2026 transfers.
Teams with private transportation may choose their hotel.

  • 3 nights hotel accommodation
  • Civil liability and sports accident insurance
  • Full board
  • Hotel rooms
  • 7-a-side football – Quadruple rooms
  • 9-a-side football – Quadruple rooms
  • 11-a-side football – Quadruple or quintuple rooms
  • 3 nights accommodation in a local school
  • Civil liability and sports accident insurance
  • Full board
  • One classroom per team, including mattress and bedding
  • Offer of cookies, juices, and fruit for morning and afternoon

Participation prices are per person and vary depending on the selected accommodation. They include accommodation, full board, and transportation.

Transmission of the final matches.

4-DAY SCHEDULE

Enjoy four unforgettable days of thrilling matches and world-class competition on and off the field.

DAY 1
25 June
  1. Start of the Group Stage
  2. Opening Ceremony
  3. Dinner at the Opening Ceremony
DAY 2
26 June
  1. Continuation of the Group Stage
DAY 3
27 June
  1. Morning: Final Matches of the First Stage
  2. Afternoon: Aquapark
DAY 4
28 June
  1. Morning: Final Stage 5th to 20th Place Matches
  2. Afternoon: Final Stage – 1st to 4th Place Matches

ACCOMODATION OPTIONS

We offer hotels and school dormitories close to the event and city center for teams' convenience.

HOTEL

WITH LOCAL TRANSFER

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1 FREE COACH

HOTEL

WITH LONG TRANSFER

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1 FREE COACH

HOTEL

BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNER AT THE HOTEL

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1 FREE COACH

SCHOOL

WITH LOCAL TRANSFER

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2 FREE COACHES

SCHOOL

WITH LONG TRANSFER

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2 FREE COACHES

SCHOOL

BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNER AT THE SCHOOL

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2 FREE COACHES

PARTICIPATION ONLY

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*No long transfers, all transportation during the tournament is guaranteed!

Voluntariado

AQUA PARK

One complimentary entry for all participating players and coaches
in the Summer Edition, scheduled by the organization.

AQUA PARK

One complimentary entry for all participating players and coaches
in the Summer Edition, scheduled by the organization.

Voluntariado

READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

Join our team and make a difference at Challenge Cup!

READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

Join our team and make a difference at Challenge
Cup!

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