English Summer Cup 2026
24-26 July 2026
Under 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 & U16
Girls Age Groups Under 12, 14 & 16
English Summer Cup 2026 offers an exciting summer football festival in the heart of England. Experience thrilling matches, family fun, and create lasting memories in beautiful English countryside settings.
Summer Festival
A must-attend summer event for players and families alike
Excellent Location
Conveniently located in the heart of England with excellent transport links
Diverse Age Groups
The festival caters to a wide range of age groups, from under 7 to under 16
What To Expect
International teams from distant countries begin their English adventure with our comprehensive 10-14 night packages. Many teams start their journey in London, experiencing iconic sightseeing, professional coaching sessions, and cultural immersion. Teams enjoy visits to world-famous landmarks, professional football training facilities, and comprehensive English language and cultural programs to maximize their extended stay experience.
- Teams from across Europe and shorter flight duration countries arrive on our 5-7 night packages.
- These teams experience exciting excursions including visits to legendary football stadiums: Old Trafford, Anfield, and Etihad Stadium.
- Professional coaching sessions with qualified English coaches enhance their football development.
- Cultural sightseeing tours showcase England's rich history and heritage sites.
- Teams participate in friendly matches and training sessions to prepare for the main tournament.
- Accommodation varies from London hotels to countryside resorts, depending on their chosen package.
- All teams converge at their designated tournament accommodation, creating an electric international atmosphere.
- UK teams arrive for their 3-4 night stay, joining international teams who have been exploring England.
- Official tournament registration and team briefings take place.
- Teams receive their tournament packs and schedules for the upcoming competition.
- Final training sessions and team preparations for the upcoming three days of competition.
- Cultural exchange begins as teams from around the world meet and interact for the first time.
- Friday 24th July: Group stage matches begin with teams from around the world competing together.
- Saturday 25th July: Knockout stages and playoff matches based on Friday's results, creating intense competition.
- Sunday 26th July: Semi-finals, finals, and the grand celebration ceremony with medal and trophy presentations.
- Teams compete across all age groups with matches staggered to ensure maximum participation and minimal waiting time.
- Multiple cup competitions ensure every team has the opportunity to compete for silverware regardless of their skill level.
- The international atmosphere creates lifelong friendships and cultural exchanges between players from different countries.
- UK teams typically depart Sunday evening or Monday morning after their 3-4 night tournament experience.
- International teams have flexible departure schedules based on their chosen package and flight arrangements.
- Many international teams continue their English adventure with extended travel to other parts of the UK.
- Popular post-tournament destinations include Scotland, Wales, Bath, York, and the Lake District.
- Some teams return to London for additional sightseeing, shopping, and cultural experiences before departure.
- Extended packages can continue for up to 14 nights total, maximising the educational and cultural value of their English journey.
- Teams create lasting memories and friendships that extend far beyond the tournament itself.
FAQ
Absolutely! English Summer Cup 2026 encourages the participation of families and provides inclusive family fun throughout the festival. Cheer on your team, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, and explore the beautiful English countryside setting.
Teams can expect to play 4 to 6 matches across the three-day festival (Friday, Saturday, Sunday). The schedule is designed to ensure a fair and exciting festival experience for all participants, with matches distributed across all three days.
English Summer Cup 2026 is designed as a 3-day football festival, and teams are expected to participate across Friday, Saturday, and Sunday to ensure a fair and balanced festival experience for all participants.
You are welcome to bring your own food and drinks to the event. However, we also have excellent food and beverage vendors available on-site, providing a variety of delicious options to cater to different preferences and dietary requirements.
To register your team for English Summer Cup 2026, please visit our website and fill out the registration form. Our dedicated team will guide you through the registration process and provide any necessary information.
Accommodations are provided directly by Revel Football. To participate in English Summer Cup 2026 and have access to the festival venue, you will need a package which includes the festival entry and the accommodation. Our team can assist you in choosing and coordinating your team's accommodation in close proximity to the event venue.
Teams will be randomly grouped based on the first day of the festival. For day two, we have multiple festival categories and cups, to ensure even if you lose all fixtures on day one, you can return for day two against teams with a similar skill level and play for medals. English Summer Cup 2026 aims to provide an enjoyable experience for teams of all abilities.
Teams on travelling packages can enter teams into the tournament at no extra cost. You can enter as many teams as you can reasonably field during the tournament, making it excellent value for clubs with multiple age groups or squads.