Top 10 best women's football tournaments in Europe in 2024

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We present to you a chart of the most interesting and sought-after international football tournaments among women's teams of different ages, which await us in 2024. The competitions were selected, taking into account the diversity of clubs, the participation of well-known football academies, as well as guided by the approving reviews of the coaches who visited them.

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Spain opens our list:

10. Trofeo Vila de Lloret.

For over 12 years, this tournament has provided boys and girls with the opportunity to compete for prizes on football fields. In 2024, several cities located on the Costa Brava coast will open the doors of their football complexes to young athletes: Lloret de Mar, Blanes, Tordera, Palafolls – these cities organically combine medieval architecture and modern entertainment centers for children and adults. The mild climate and gentle sea will be very welcome after intense sporting battles.

Women's categories are announced in the competition: G12, G14, and G16. There is not yet a very wide geographical coverage in the tournament, but the level of participating teams is very high.

Which girl doesn't dream of visiting France?

9. Girl’s Game Tournament

This magnificent French tournament is held in the north of France – in the city of Beauvais. Girl’s Game Tournament was first held in 2023. The strictly female competition received many enthusiastic reviews in its very first year, which is why it made it to our top list. There will be five groups participating – G11, G13, G15, G18, and F-Open.

For each age category, one day of competition is planned, and the matches will be held on the highest quality grass fields.

Participants and teams should definitely try traditional French croissants and ratatouille, as well as visit the world-famous abbey and monastery of Mont-Saint-Michel, which is located on a fortified island in the bay of the English Channel, 45 kilometers from Beauvais.

8. Mallorca International Women’s Cup

Another Spanish festival, the Mallorca International Women’s Cup, has been welcoming famous football clubs from Spain, Portugal, and France since 2011. In the competitions, which will start right before Easter, only women's teams from G15 to the open category F-open participate in different formats.

Besides football, all participants can enjoy the warm climate and admire the beauty of the lovely Spanish town on the island of Mallorca – Calvia. There, you can swim and sunbathe on the sandy beach of Illetas, as well as visit the historical center and admire the beautiful architecture. Enjoy a stroll through the streets of Calvia among carob and almond trees.

7. Women's International Summer Cup

And again, Spain. The tournament made a lot of noise in 2021 in the resort town of Salou and immediately gathered clubs from Puerto Rico, France, Portugal, and other countries. The Women’s International Summer Cup is specially organized only for girls, providing maximum comfort and the opportunity for informal communication between representatives of the fairer sex from different countries.

In 2024, girls in three age groups will compete for prizes here. Games are held both on natural and artificial fields.

In the evening, after all the competitions, participants will be able to recharge their energy and adrenaline on attractions in Spain's largest amusement park - PortAventura and see the famous "Dancing Fountains" in Salou. 

6. Tallinn Cup

This Estonian international festival has long gained a reputation as one of the largest football competitions in the Baltic States!

Over the more than 10 years of its existence, teams from Mexico, Latvia, Slovakia, India, Sweden, Denmark, Italy, France, Spain, Lithuania, Norway, and other countries have participated in the tournament. Such clubs as FC Zenit, Breclav FC, HJK, Djugardens IF, Boo FF, Vincennois CO, Malmo FF, and many others have participated here. In 2024, in Tallinn, you will be able to play in girls' groups G11, G13, G15.

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After games with swift attacks, excitement, and raging passions, we recommend enjoying the tranquility and medieval silence in the Old Town. Take a stroll through its mysterious alleys with stone pavements, underground fortifications, and houses that are 600-700 years old.

5. Mediterranean Girls Cup.

Since 2021, the football fields of the small town of Lepinjan have hosted clubs from Spain, England, Scotland, France, and other countries at the Mediterranean Girls Cup international tournament. Five groups of girls from G11 to G19 will play on natural and artificial fields.

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Participating clubs are offered accommodation in a cozy 4-star hotel in the town of Lepinjan, located on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. The sea air, beautiful views, sun, and boat trips will decorate your days and help you recover faster after tough football matches. Renting a bicycle, you can enjoy landscapes, cozy streets, and historical sights.

Moving to the "Eternal City" and the "City on Seven Hills" - Rome.

4. Surf Cup International Rome

The Surf Cup International Rome international tournament was a resounding success last season! In 2023, teams from Italy and America competed for the main trophy, and this happened in an unusual, even unique place - in a sports complex adjacent to the Vatican.

Positive reviews attracted the attention of a large number of well-known clubs from many countries who intend to participate in the tournament in 2024. The capital of the ancient civilization - Rome will amaze you: there is no need to list all the sights of this open-air museum city: it is better to come once and see everything with your own eyes.

3. Girls Football Festival

This is a unique international festival in Croatia, the games of which will take place in the charming resort towns of Pula, Rovinj, Porec, and Medulin on the Istrian Peninsula: five age categories of girls and women, from G13 to the open category F-Open

There will be exciting battles of teams from Croatia, Italy, Slovakia, Germany, Romania, and other countries. A stunning atmosphere combining ancient architecture, warm climate, and delicious cuisine! In addition, all participants are offered interesting tourist routes and boat trips!

2. Dana Cup Hjørring

One of the coolest football festivals in Denmark and in the world - Dana Cup - held annually since 1982, the tournament gathers up to 25,000 children in different age categories.

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Already in its first year, more than two hundred teams from 12 countries came here. Currently, over 1000 teams from almost every corner of the planet, including well-known clubs, come to compete in the small town of Hjørring in northern Denmark. Most matches take place on natural fields.

Our ranking will conclude with a very popular Hungarian tournament!

1. Gallini Cup Budapest

The Gallini Cup Budapest is one of the most renowned competitions in Hungary, held since 2016. Top-level clubs mark it on their calendar not to miss the opportunity to gain experience playing against the strongest opponents. Games are held in a sports complex with eight fields, most of which have natural grass covering.

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In 2024, it will take place from June 14th to 16th and will host five age categories of girls from G9 to G13. Moreover, the winner will have the opportunity to travel for free to the Gallini World Cup - an elite football tournament held every year in Italy!

We hope our article will serve as a useful guide for you in the world of women's football. On our website, you will find a plethora of other equally interesting competitions, both for girls, boys, and adults, by adjusting the search parameters.

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