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1 day agoFC Barcelona youth team set to shine at first 'Messi Cup' in Miami
FC Barcelona U16 will compete in the inaugural Messi Cup in Miami from December 9–14, 2025, joining seven top international youth clubs.
"Thrilled to finally share this with you - this December, Miami will host a very special youth football tournament featuring some of the top clubs from around the world. "The future of the game will be on full display, and it's more than just matches - we've got an incredible few days planned with lots of other exciting activities. This is about the next generation. Hope you like it! This is the #MessiCup."
"Thrilled to finally share this with you - this December, Miami will host a very special youth football tournament featuring some of the top clubs from around the world. "The future of the game will be on full display, and it's more than just matches - we've got an incredible few days planned with lots of other exciting activities. This is about the next generation. Hope you like it! This is the #MessiCup."
The eight participating teams will include Inter Miami CF, FC Barcelona, Manchester City, River Plate, Inter Milan, Newell's Old Boys, Atletico Madrid, and Chelsea FC - all renowned for their world-class academies. Over six days, teams will play 18 matches across various venues in Miami, with Inter Miami CF's Chase Stadium serving as the main location. The format will divide the clubs into two groups of four, followed by a group stage, play-offs, and a final, which will determine the inaugural champion of the tournament.
The future of the game will be on full display, and it's more than just matches -- we've got an incredible few days planned with lots of other exciting activities. This is about the next generation. Hope you like it! This is the Messi Cup.