Buenos Aires / Miami, October 15.
Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi has officially announced the launch of his first-ever international youth football tournament — the ‘Messi Cup.’
The tournament will take place in South Florida from December 9 to 14, bringing together eight top clubs from around the world — Inter Miami, Barcelona, Manchester City, River Plate, Inter Milan, Newell’s Old Boys, Atlético Madrid, and Chelsea.
Group Stage and Final at Chase Stadium
The event will feature 18 matches, divided into two groups. Teams will compete in a round-robin format during the first three days, followed by playoffs, a third-place match, and the grand final to be played at Chase Stadium in Miami.
“More Than a Game — A Platform for the Future,” Says Messi
Announcing the event on Instagram, Messi said:
“This tournament is more than just football — it’s an opportunity for the next generation to showcase their talent. We’ll have exciting events and activities as well. This is the Messi Cup.”
Messi’s company, 525 Rosario, stated that the tournament aims to “shape the future of the game” and foster long-term connections among players, communities, and global brands.
“A Bridge Between Today’s Stars and Tomorrow’s Players”
Tim Pastore, CEO of 525 Rosario, added:
“The Messi Cup is a meeting point between today’s stars and tomorrow’s players. It’s a celebration of talent, culture, and community.”
In short:
The Messi Cup represents more than a youth competition — it’s Lionel Messi’s vision to inspire and empower the next generation of footballers across the globe.
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