10 youth International football tournaments 2025 in stunning locations

As every year draws to a close, we’ve selected the finest international youth football competitions for the upcoming season to make navigating the "sea" of 2025 football events a breeze.

This time, we’ve found some of the most beautiful and unique destinations, designed to expand your horizons and leave you with memories to cherish for years to come. Our list includes only those tournaments with quality accommodation, food options, and a diverse range of opponents – making any choice here a good one. Let’s dive in:

Ischia Cup Memorial Carmine Sirvitelli

Place: Casamicciola Terme, Ischia Island, Italy 

Dates: 02.03.2025 - 04.03.2025
Age categories: 
Boys: В13 (2012)

Accessible by ferry from Naples, this tournament brings together some of the top names: Internazionale FC, Torino FC, AS Roma, SS Lazio, AC Milan, Juventus FC, Manchester City FC, FC Lugano, and more. Each participating squad will play at least four matches on both artificial and natural pitches.

The island offers breathtaking scenery, volcanic beaches, and plenty of fascinating attractions. Make time to explore highlights such as the Aragonese Castle, Pilastri Aqueduct, or Punta Imperatore Lighthouse.

Here, enjoy scenic walks amidst nature, rocky landscapes, and crystal-clear sea, as well as the chance to unwind in thermal parks – large open-air bath complexes.

U11 KHS Cup

Place: Marsa, Malta

18.01.2025 - 19.01.2025
Age categories: 
Boys: В11 (2014)

An outstanding tournament in a spectacular area surrounded by water. A wide array of football academies from prestigious clubs – including Juventus FC, Atalanta BC, Leeds United, Feyenoord Rotterdam, AZ Alkmaar, Torino FC, and Parma Calcio – will participate.

The competition takes place at the sports complex of the local golf club on natural fields, with more than five available. Six matches are guaranteed for every participant, and all squads advance to the playoffs after the group stage.

Marsa is a bustling port known since the Middle Ages. The town boasts several wineries, captivating 16th-century architecture, stunning harbour views, and many museums. Just nearby lies Malta’s capital, Valletta, where you can tour palaces, cathedrals, gardens, and park ensembles, along with magnificent lagoons and grottos.