Gothia Cup: Sweden
The World Youth Cup

July 13th-19th 2025
Gothenburg, Sweden

Gothia Cup is the world's largest and most International youth football tournament for boys and girls from u11 to u18’s.

Each year, many teams from around the world gather in Gothenburg, Sweden to take part in what is widely known as The World Youth Cup – with 2024 being a record-breaking year, seeing over 1900 teams compete from 69 different nations playing over 4700 games across 110 pitches.

Opening Ceremony
& Gothia cards

Advance tickets, including Gothia Cup Cards which give free travel during the week of the tournament and discounted-price entry into Liseberg Theme Park.

Flights, transfers & packages

Working with airlines such as British Airways, Norwegian Air, Brussels Air, Lufthansa we reserve group seats on each flight so the whole team travels together.

Hotels for parents and supporters

We hold allocations of rooms directly from the tournament. View recommended accommodation and benefit from our discounted prices.

The football adventure dream

Many young football players and leaders cherish the dream of participating in World Youth Tournaments to test their strength against international opponents and experience the special atmosphere created when the world unites.

To be with and exchange reflections, ideas & addresses with players/leaders from countries they may never even have known existed. Each year, for more than 25,000 players and leaders this dream comes true.

International football

We believe that matches against other countries broaden the minds of young players and enhance their knowledge of the game. The chance to play against other cultures, religions, and walks of life will give vital experiences that will benefit their performance moving forward. We want Gothia Cup to be an avenue for the football youth of the world.

Every match is exciting, and challenging and leaves an everlasting memory, regardless of the score. In Gothia Cup, at least 80% of boys matches will be played by teams from different countries. The girls´ football will consist of more countries and higher standards than any other youth tournament in the world.

Registration for Gothia Cup 2025 is open you can register here

The last day of registration is April 10th but please register as soon as possible, so we can plan for the amazing week and make it as unforgettable as possible for you and your teammates.

Gothia Cup week

  • Gothia Opening Ceremony

    Ullevi Stadium
    Mon 14th July, 20.00

  • Gothia Leaders Party

    Scandinavium
    Tue 15th July, 19.00

  • Gothia Special Olympics Trophy finals

    Gothia Heden Centre
    Thur 17th July

  • The Finals

    Gamla Ullevi, SKF Arena
    Sat 19th July

  • Gothia Heden Center

    Sun 13th — Sat 19th July

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Age regulations
& fair play

We believe that Fair Play is the essence of all football. We want everyone to show respect and honesty on and off the field. In Gothia Cup, we always obey the rules of FIFA/UEFA, concerning ages/regulations. Fair Play goes for everyone at all levels.

  • From Sunday 13th July up to Saturday 19th July 2025.

  • You can arrive any day from Friday 11th to Sunday 1th July.

  • These are arranged by Gothia Cup for the teams only.

  • First games are on Monday, then others on Tuesday and Wednesday after the knockout groups on Thursday.

  • The finals for play off A are played on Saturday. A preliminary schedule is available on the Gothia Cup website, the definite final program will be published in the end of June. All play off B finals are played on Saturday at Valhalla IP and Heden.

  • Teams can stay in schools or hotels depending on their budget.

  • Supporters can stay in Hotels arranged by us (see our Hotels page) or reserve their own.

  • Included is Bed & Breakfast, plus Gothia Cards and Opening Ceremony Tickets.

    If supporters reserve own accommodation they will need to purchase separate Gothia Cards and Opening Ceremony Tickets - advance orders can be made at Gothia Card orders.

    Note: if you wait until arrival, Gothia Cup will normally sell out.

  • This takes place in Ullevi Stadium on Monday starting at 20:00

  • Free travel on local buses, Trams and Gothia line (not valid for airport transfers). Reduced price entry into Liseberg Theme Park and some other local attractions.

  • Collection for all Gothia Cards can be made at the information point at Heden. Look for the World Youth Tournament sign.