SOCCACUP Izola 2026
As committed organizers of international youth football tournaments, we are delighted to present a completely new tournament format with the SOCCACUP Izola - and for the first time in the beautiful coastal region around Portoroz and Izola.
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Our aim is to offer children and young people an unforgettable football experience that focuses not only on fun, but also on sporting and personal development. The SOCCACUP Izola combines intensive training sessions with exciting tournament matches and serves as a performance comparison at international level.
Age Groups
| Age groups | Year of birth | Number of players | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| U13 male | 2013 & 2014 | 8+1 | Places available |
| U15 male | 2011 & 2012 | 10+1 | Places available |
| U17 male | 2009 & 2010 | 10+1 | Places available |
| U19 male | 2007 & 2008 | 10+1 | Places available |
Tournament Schedule
Saturday
Arrival and check-in of the teams
Sunday
Preliminary round matches – free time to relax/go on excursions, etc.
Monday
Placement matches – award ceremony and trophy presentation
Tuesday
Check-out and journey home (optional: extension of stay)
Accommodations
Salinera Resort 3*** (U13-U15)
The bioenergetic resort has a total of 101 rooms, a beautiful restaurant with sun terrace and sea view.
The buffet meals and use of the heated seawater pool are particularly noteworthy for this three-star option.
The resort is located in Strunjan, a part of Piran north of the city center, directly by the sea.
Hotel Vile Park Premium***S (U17-U19)
Hotel Vile Park consists of several villas, in Villa Galeja, which is used by our teams, there are 66 renovated premium rooms. The hotel has a beach, an outdoor pool and access to the indoor pools of the Termaris seawater park in the neighboring Hotel Histrion, which with its 1000 square meters of total area is the largest swimming pool complex with heated seawater on the Slovenian coast.
The hotel is located in one of the most beautiful corners of Portoroz and boasts a dream location right by the sea.
Venue
The matches will be played on the two modern and well-maintained facilities in Piran and Izola, which have high-quality artificial turf pitches. You will meet strong international opponents in a friendly tournament atmosphere and receive all-round professional support from our SOCCACUP crew on site.
The great sports center with a new artificial turf pitch in Izola is available for the U13-U15 matches (picture 1)
The U17-U19 matches take place on the main pitch in Piran (picture 2)
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Activities
Located right by the sea, our accommodations with their beautiful beach promenades invite you to stroll, relax and swim. Access to the water is mainly via pebble beaches and sunny bathing plateaus - ideal for a refreshing dip after exciting tournament matches.
In addition to football, there are plenty of excursion options waiting for you: the charming coastal town of Koper, the historic streets of Piran or the lively vacation resort of Portorož - a trip to the heart of the region is definitely worthwhile!
Whether it's a day at the beach, eating ice cream with the team or simply enjoying the sun - at SOCCACUP Izola you will experience unforgettable moments on and off the pitch.
Tournament packages
What is included as standard in this SOCCACUP package:
- Participation in the tournament – with guaranteed playing time for all teams
- Technical meeting for coaches & supervisors – to ensure everything runs smoothly
- On-site medical care – safety first
- 1.5 litres of water per day per participant – for optimal refreshment on match days
- Official referees
- 2-3 training sessions included
- Tournament souvenirs for all players – a memento to take home
- Award ceremony for each age group – with certificates & trophies
- Tournament brochure & tournament app – compact, clear, helpful
Select multiple tournament packages if you would like to receive offers for multiple accommodations.
- Stay in your chosen room
- Generous breakfast and evening buffet
- Water with breakfast and dinner
- Free entry to the indoor pool with heated seawater
- Free bus parking
- WiFi
- Generous breakfast and evening buffet (drinks not included)
- Free entry to the hotel indoor pool
- Free parking
Other information
To participate in the SOCCACUP Izola tournament, a registration fee of €150 per team must be paid.
If you have any questions, you can find all information on the tournament location Izola, information on registration and frequently asked questions here.
