IberCup USA

At a glance

IberCup USA is an international youth football tournament for boys U11 and U12, held jointly by IberCup and the US ECNL.

It was first held in 2026 in Raleigh, North Carolina, and the 2027 edition is expected in early September (dates not confirmed).

Matches are played 7v7 at WRAL Soccer Park, which has 23 pitches.

Well-known academies from abroad such as Benfica, Porto, Sevilla, Everton, Palmeiras and Kashima Antlers take part.

Every team is guaranteed at least 5 matches, and places are limited and fill early.

About the tournament

IberCup USA is an international youth football tournament for boys U11 and U12, first held in the United States in 2026 by IberCup together with the US ECNL. At WRAL Soccer Park in Raleigh, North Carolina, academies of well-known clubs from Europe, South America and Asia play top US clubs in a 7v7 format. It is presented as a tournament that offers young elite teams international experience and scouting opportunities.

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IberCup USA is an international youth football tournament for boys U11 and U12, held jointly by IberCup and the US ECNL (Elite Club National League). It is the first IberCup tournament held in the United States, starting in 2026, and brings together well-known academies from abroad and top US clubs. 📅 Schedule · The first edition in 2026 was held over four days, from September 4 to 7, during the Labor Day weekend. · The 2027 dates have not yet been officially announced, so the information here is based on the previous edition; it is expected to take place in early September. 📍 Venue · Matches are played at WRAL Soccer Park (7700 Perry Creek Rd) in Raleigh, North Carolina. · It is a complex of about 123 acres with 23 pitches. ⚽ Divisions · Boys U11 · Boys U12 🏆 Teams · The organizers stated that close to 200 boys' U11 and U12 teams from Europe, South America, Asia and the United States would take part. · Confirmed teams announced included Benfica and Porto (Portugal), Athletic Bilbao and Sevilla (Spain), Everton (England), Grêmio and Palmeiras (Brazil), and Kashima Antlers (Japan). ⏱ Match format · Matches are 7v7, with a group stage followed by a knockout stage. · Every team is guaranteed at least 5 matches across the group and knockout stages. 🏟 Organization · US club NCFC Youth hosts the tournament, ECNL takes part as a partner, and IberCup handles tournament operations. The Greater Raleigh Sports Alliance provides support. · Participation package, schedule and accommodation information are sent individually to teams that apply.

How to enter

Participation starts with the contact form on the official website. Places are limited and fill early; for the first edition in 2026, all places were taken and new registrations were closed. 1️⃣ Application 1. Check the divisions and confirmed teams on the IberCup USA page of the official website ibercup.com. 2. Send the team details through the 'Be a Player' contact form on that page to express interest. 3. Enquiries can also be made by email or WhatsApp. 4. The organizers send participation package, schedule and accommodation information individually. 5. Once places are full, only waiting list entries are accepted. 📌 Summary of the registration process · Check the website → submit the contact form → receive package and accommodation information → place confirmed (waiting list if full)

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