XIX Trofeo de Navidad Youth Football Tournament Unites Sport and Charity in Cartagena
The XIX Trofeo de Navidad in Cartagena merges youth football competition with community charity initiatives involving over 3,000 participants.
- • The XIX Trofeo de Navidad runs December 27-30 with over 3,000 young athletes competing.
- • The tournament features 12 categories and includes more than 300 matches.
- • Matches take place mornings, ending with finals and third-place deciders.
- • A charity campaign collects food, toys, and sports clothing, with each athlete donating 1 kilogram of food.
Key details
The XIX edition of the Trofeo de Navidad youth football tournament will take place in Cartagena from December 27 to 30, featuring over 300 matches and more than 3,000 young athletes across 12 categories including Chupeta, Cadete, and Féminas. Organized by the Asociación de Clubes de Futbol de Cartagena y Comarca (AFCT) with support from the local government and sports organizations, the tournament will be held across various football fields in the municipality, with matches scheduled in the mornings from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM, culminating each day with finals and third-place matches.
Besides the competitive sports aspect, this year's tournament maintains its strong charitable focus. Each participant is required to donate one kilogram of food to support local social entities such as the Banco de Alimentos and Hospitalidad de Santa Teresa. In addition to food, the event includes campaigns to collect toys and sports clothing, reinforcing the event’s commitment to community solidarity.
The collaboration among the AFCT, Cartagena City Council’s Department of Sports, the Federation of Football of the Region of Murcia, and the College of Referees underscores the local commitment to both youth sports development and social responsibility. This dual emphasis on competition and charity highlights the spirit of the Trofeo de Navidad as a key event fostering engagement among young athletes and the wider community in Cartagena.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
