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Youth World Cup

Where tomorrow's stars shine today.

An annual international winter football tournament in Abu Dhabi and Dubai — bringing together young talents, cultures and communities from around the world to compete, learn and grow.

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Jan / FebAnnual Window
U8 – U19Age Groups
Abu Dhabi & DubaiTwo Iconic Cities
Annual Winter Window
January / February.
Boys & Girls From the Start
Inclusive. Competitive. Global.
U8 – U19 Age Groups
Building the pathway of the future.
Premium Venues & Facilities
World-class venues across two cities.
Cultural Exchange & Friendship
Football as a bridge beyond borders.
Global Visibility & Media
Stories that inspire the world.
Tournament Format

Designed for competition. Built for experience.

The Middle East Youth World Cup is designed to deliver unforgettable moments for players, coaches, families and fans — with the highest standards of safety, hospitality and organisation. It launches as a focused pilot and scales into a global event.

Pilot Model
4 – 6 Days
  • 64 – 96 Teams
  • U10, U12, U14, U16, U18
  • Boys & Girls
  • Abu Dhabi Main Hub
  • Dubai as Satellite
  • Hotel-Based Experience
  • World-Class Venues
Scaled Model
7 – 10 Days
  • 300 – 600+ Teams
  • U8 – U19
  • Two-City Model (Opening & Finals)
  • More Venues & Experiences
  • Enhanced Media Coverage
  • Expanded Cultural & Social Programs
  • Pathway to the world's leading youth tournament
The Experience

A world-class experience on and off the pitch.

Hotel-Based Experience
Comfort, safety and convenience for all participants.
Competitive Matches
High-quality football from the first whistle to the final.
Memories That Last
Friendships, culture and moments that last a lifetime.
Opening & Closing Events
Spectacular shows celebrating youth and unity.
A World-Class Destination

Two cities. One extraordinary experience.

Abu Dhabi and Dubai offer the perfect combination of world-class infrastructure, safety, hospitality, tourism and global accessibility.

Easy AccessConnected to major cities worldwide.
Hospitality ExcellencePremium hotels and family experiences.
Abu DhabiThe Main Hub
DubaiThe Satellite City

Be part of something bigger

Join clubs, academies and organisations from around the world in building the Middle East's most prestigious youth tournament.

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