McDonald’s Ayia Napa International Youth Soccer Festival 2027

The McDonald’s Ayia Napa International Youth Soccer Festival 2027 is an acclaimed international youth soccer event held in Ayia Napa, Cyprus. Recognized as one of the largest festivals of its kind in the Middle East and Mediterranean, it offers a high standard of football and an enjoyable experience for young soccer players from numerous countries. The festival is organized and coordinated by MGCM Soccerworldcyprus Ltd., with support from the Municipality of Ayia Napa tourist resort and the Deputy Ministry of Tourism. It is officially recognized and approved by the Cyprus Football Association.

The festival features competitions across various age groups, typically ranging from born in 2021 (5 vs 5) up to 2014 (9 vs 9 or 11 vs 11 Youth Edition). There are different categories, including Grassroots Edition, Open Category, Category A (Elite), and Category B (Lower Level), catering to a wide range of skill levels. Girls are encouraged to participate and can join boys' teams, with a provision for girls to be up to one year overage. The organizers reserve the right to modify tournament details like age groups, formats, and schedules based on participant numbers and unforeseen circumstances to ensure smooth operation.