Match format
Paredes · North / Easter
Challenge Cup Paredes
The spring edition, in the heartland of northern Portugal's youth football: intense competition, a local community that turns out in force, and the perfect start to your tournament season.
Who can play
Age groups
Different match formats and age groups per edition — see where your team fits.
Age groups and birth years are subject to confirmation for this edition. Check with the organisers before completing registration.
4-day programme
Enjoy four unforgettable days of thrilling matches and world-class competition on and off the pitch.
Provisional programme. The order of activities and final timings will be confirmed by the organisers.
Day 1
- Arrival in Paredes and reception at the train station
- Opening ceremony — parade of teams from Paredes City Hall
- First meal — dinner after the opening ceremony
Day 2
- Group stage matches, morning or afternoon
- Full board at the hotel or school
Day 3
- Group stage matches, morning or afternoon
- Full board at the hotel or school
Day 4
- Semi-finals in the morning
- Finals in the early afternoon
- Closing ceremony — medals and trophies for the winners
The event
Certified by the Portuguese Football Federation, the Challenge Cup Paredes features official referees in all matches. From the competition to logistics, the Challenge Cup Paredes ensures every aspect of your experience is carefully planned and designed so you can make the most of your participation.
A special thank you to the Municipality of Paredes for their support in making this event possible.
Certified tournament
Certified by the Portuguese Football Federation, with official referees in all matches.
Guaranteed matches
Minimum of 5 matches for all teams. See the regulations.
Accommodation
Hotel or local school for 3 nights, full board, with civil liability and sports accident insurance. Hotels are assigned by the organisation for teams using the transfers; teams with their own transport may choose their hotel.
Live broadcast
Broadcast of the final matches.
Gallery
Discover Portugal
Paredes and the surrounding region
Discover the heritage, gardens and traditions of northern Portugal as a family.
Paredes · Porto · Guimarães · Braga
Discover
Paredes
Heritage and nature in the municipality hosting the tournament.
Mosteiro de São Pedro de Cête
A medieval monastery on the Romanesque Route, with a church, bell tower and cloister.
Senhora do Salto
The Sousa River crosses a quartzite gorge in a place shaped by legends and pilgrimages.
Praça José Guilherme
A garden square for a stroll, with a playground and the statue of councillor José Guilherme.
Discover
Porto
The Douro, gardens and landmarks that define the city.
Ribeira
Historic streets and riverside terraces overlook the Douro and the D. Luís I Bridge.
Jardins do Palácio de Cristal
Nineteenth-century romantic gardens with viewpoints over the Douro River.
Torre dos Clérigos
Nicolau Nasoni’s Baroque tower offers panoramic views over Porto’s rooftops.
Discover
Guimarães
A castle, a palace and squares connected to Portugal’s origins.
Castelo de Guimarães
A castle dating back to the tenth century, closely linked to Portugal’s foundation.
Paço dos Duques de Bragança
A palace of fifteenth-century origin, with rooms displaying tapestries, furniture and historic arms.
Largo da Oliveira
A historic-centre square with the Padrão do Salado monument and the Church of Oliveira.
Discover
Braga
Sanctuaries, monumental stairways and centuries of history.
Bom Jesus do Monte
A sanctuary with a monumental stairway, gardens and a water-powered funicular.
Sé de Braga
Portugal’s oldest cathedral brings together Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque features.
Santuário do Sameiro
A neoclassical sanctuary surrounded by gardens, with wide views of the surrounding mountains.
These suggested visits are separate from the tournament programme. Check with the organisations responsible before planning your visit.
Photo credits
- Paredes — MunParedes · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Porto — Daniel VILLAFRUELA · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Guimarães — დავით ასრიაშვილი / David Asriashvili · Attribution-only license (Wikimedia Commons)
- Braga — António Amen · CC BY-SA 3.0
Images resized and cropped for display; the stated image licenses remain applicable.
Official brochure · English · 2027
Plan your participation
The tournament, in detail.
Read the brochure for your chosen edition in your language.
Other languages
Under review · Conditions differ between brochure versions. Confirm them with the organisation before finalising your participation.
Secure your team's place in Paredes
Register your team for the Easter edition, or talk to us about age groups, accommodation and the programme.