SOCCACUP U-9 Football Tournaments 2026/2027

At the SOCCACUP U9 football tournaments, teams enjoy an age-appropriate, professionally organised tournament experience at attractive venues across Europe. Our international youth football tournaments combine the joy of the game, fair play, family-friendly accommodation and a varied programme of activities for players, coaches and parents.

Our U9 football tournaments are aimed at clubs, football academies and youth teams looking for a special highlight to their season. Whether as a tournament trip over Easter, Whitsun or Corpus Christi: at the SOCCACUP, young players face off against international teams, gain their first tournament experience abroad and, together with their parents and coaches, enjoy a football weekend that will be remembered for a long time to come.

  1. SOCCACUP Rovinj 2027

    Rovinj, Istria

    14.-17.5.27 | incl. 3 nights, full board
    from €269
    Rating:
    World class 9.0
  2. SOCCACUP Rosenheim 2027

    Rosenheim, Bavaria

    27.-30.5.27. | incl. 3 nights, Breakfast
    from €179

Our U9 football tournaments form part of the international SOCCACUP tournament series for youth teams in Europe. You can find a complete overview of all age groups, venues and travel periods on our overview page for international football tournaments.

Who are our U9 football tournaments suitable for?

The SOCCACUP U9 football tournaments are aimed at teams looking to gain their first experience of international tournaments. The focus is on enjoying the game, fair play, team spirit and age-appropriate competition. The tournaments are suitable for both ambitious club teams and teams looking for a special highlight to their season combined with a travel experience.

"A U9 football tournament is an ideal opportunity, particularly for young teams, to strengthen team spirit. The children not only enjoy exciting matches, but also travel together, share accommodation, take part in leisure activities and attend the prize-giving ceremony. This creates a genuine team experience that extends far beyond the football pitch."

The U9 tournaments also offer clear added value for coaches and parents: the organisation is well-structured, key information about the schedule is presented clearly, and the tournament venues are chosen in such a way that sport, leisure and family holidays can be easily combined.

What makes our SOCCACUPs special

Age-appropriate games for the U9 teams

Top-class sports facilities and professional organisation

International teams and a real tournament atmosphere

Family-friendly travel and leisure programmes

Age-appropriate tournament format for U9

Our U9 football tournaments are specifically tailored to the needs of the young players. The match times, procedures and tournament formats are designed to ensure that young players get plenty of time on the ball, play several matches and enjoy a positive tournament experience. Rather than excessive pressure to perform, the focus is on fair play, team spirit and the joy of football.

Depending on the tournament and the field of participants, you can expect group matches, placement matches and a joint awards ceremony. The aim is to offer every team a valuable tournament experience – regardless of whether the team is taking part in an international youth football tournament for the first time or already has tournament experience.

This is how a SOCCACUP works

A SOCCACUP U9 football tournament follows a clear, family-friendly schedule. This means that coaches, parents and players know well in advance what to expect at the venue and can plan their tournament weekend effectively.

Friday

Arrival, check-in, welcome

Saturday

Group matches, tournament opening ceremony, supporting programme

Sunday

Final round, play-offs, prize-giving ceremony

Monday

Breakfast, departure or extension, depending on the tournament

U9 tournament trip with parents and accompanying adults

Parents, siblings and other accompanying adults often travel with U9 teams in particular. That is why SOCCACUP places great emphasis on family-friendly accommodation, short distances, clear information on the schedule and an attractive programme of activities alongside the football tournament.

It is important for parents that the trip is easy to plan. That is why our U9 football tournaments focus not only on the matches, but also on accommodation, catering, travel arrangements, leisure activities and on-site support. This creates a tournament weekend where players, coaches and families alike feel at home.

Discover other age groups

As well as U9 football tournaments, SOCCACUP also organises international youth football tournaments for older age groups. This allows clubs to register several teams together and plan a tournament weekend as a shared club experience.

Football tournaments by country

Neben den U9 Fußballturnieren bietet SOCCACUP auch internationale Jugendfußballturniere für ältere Teams an. So können Vereine mehrere Mannschaften gemeinsam anmelden und ein Turnierwochenende als gemeinsames Vereinserlebnis planen.

Football tournaments by travel period

Neben den U9 Fußballturnieren bietet SOCCACUP auch internationale Jugendfußballturniere für ältere Teams an. So können Vereine mehrere Mannschaften gemeinsam anmelden und ein Turnierwochenende als gemeinsames Vereinserlebnis planen.

Frequently asked questions about our U9 tournaments

  • What is the age limit for players in the U9 category?

    Children born in the relevant year, in accordance with the association’s regulations.

  • How many matches does an U9s team play?

    The exact number of matches depends on the specific football tournament, the field of participants and the tournament format. We ensure that the teams enjoy an exciting tournament experience with several matches. You can find more detailed information on the number of matches, kick-off times and the schedule on the relevant tournament page.

  • Can clubs register more than one U9 team?

    Yes, in many cases clubs can register several U9 teams or teams from different age groups. This is particularly useful if a club wishes to travel to an international football tournament with several youth teams. To ensure accurate planning, it is advisable to discuss availability, accommodation and team sizes with SOCCACUP well in advance.

  • Can parents and siblings come along to the U9 football tournament?

    Yes, parents, siblings and other accompanying adults can usually travel with the teams to the U9 football tournaments. Support from families is particularly important, especially for teams. That is why SOCCACUP places great importance on family-friendly accommodation, short travel distances, clear information and a suitable programme of activities to complement the football tournament.

  • Is there a supporting programme for the U9 tournaments?

    Yes, depending on the venue and tournament, there is an attractive supporting programme for players, coaches, parents and accompanying adults. This may include group activities, excursions, leisure activities at the tournament venue or special events linked to the football tournament. You can find specific details about the supporting programme for each SOCCACUP tournament.

  • How do I register my team for an U9s football tournament?

    Registration is carried out via the relevant SOCCACUP tournament or via an individual enquiry. There you will find all the key information regarding dates, venue, accommodation, services and prices. Once you have made your enquiry, SOCCACUP will draw up a suitable quote for your team, which will serve as the basis for your binding registration.

  • When should I register my U9 team?

    Early registration is recommended, as places and accommodation may be limited depending on the tournament. Particularly popular U9 football tournaments at Easter, Whitsun, Corpus Christi or during the summer can fill up quickly. Anyone travelling with several teams, parents and accompanying adults should plan well in advance.

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