Spain to Host Several Youth Football Tournaments in December 2025 Showcasing Top Talent
In December 2025, Spain will host multiple youth football tournaments featuring top regional and international teams, boosting local communities and promoting grassroots sports.
- • The IV International Alevín Football Tournament in Linares features 16 teams from Spain, Portugal, and Italy on December 13-14.
- • The XXIX LALIGA FC FUTURES tournament in Gran Canaria runs December 27-29 with 16 top clubs including FC Barcelona and Real Madrid.
- • The fifth San Cristóbal tournament in Cartagena occurs December 6-7 with diverse youth categories.
- • The VIII Torneo de Nadal de Fútbol Sala in Lugo hosts 77 teams from December 27 to January 4, supported by local authorities.
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Spain is gearing up for a busy December 2025 with several prominent youth football tournaments across different regions, featuring some of the best young talents from Spain, Portugal, Italy, and beyond.
The IV Torneo Internacional de Fútbol Alevín ‘Ciudad de Linares’ will take place on December 13-14 at Parque Municipal de Deportes San José. This tournament brings together 16 teams including UD Almería, Rayo Vallecano, Benfica, Real Betis, Athletic Club de Bilbao, and Real Madrid. Martín de la Torre, Sports Councillor of Linares, highlighted its growing national prestige and positive economic impact on the community. The tournament is organized with local support, promoting youth football at a high competitive level.
From December 27 to 29, Gran Canaria will host the XXIX LALIGA FC FUTURES International Tournament, regarded as the world’s most prestigious U13 football event. Sixteen clubs such as FC Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Borussia Dortmund will compete at Estadio de Gran Canaria. The event emphasizes sportsmanship and will broadcast eight matches daily, reaching audiences in Spain and internationally. It is anticipated to generate over 10 million euros in advertising impact, reinforcing Gran Canaria as a premier sports destination.
Simultaneously, the fifth edition of the San Cristóbal youth football tournament runs on December 6-7 in Cartagena, featuring categories like chupeta, benjamín, and infantil. Teams such as Real Murcia and A.D. San Cristóbal will participate, supported by local sports authorities fostering grassroots football.
Additionally, the VIII Torneo de Nadal de Fútbol Sala in Lugo will bring together 77 teams with more than 1,000 players from December 27 through January 4 across five sports venues. The competition includes autonomous and national phases covering several age categories. Javier Arias, territorial delegate, praised Lugo Sala's commitment to promoting futsal and youth sports.
These events collectively demonstrate Spain's strong dedication to developing youth football through high-profile tournaments, with support from local councils and sports bodies. They also provide opportunities for economic growth and community engagement during the busy holiday season.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
