Football tournaments in Spain
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Youth football in Spain
Spain is the most popular destination for UK youth teams going abroad, and for good reason: dozens of tournaments run every year on the Catalan coast, around Madrid and in the south, many of them built for visiting teams with hotels, transfers and full board included. Easter, summer and Christmas are the busiest periods, and the standard of the competition is high.
- Currency
- Euro (€)
- Language
- Spanish (Catalan in Catalonia)
- Time
- 1 hour ahead of the UK
- Flight from the UK
- About 2 hours to Barcelona, 2.5 hours to Madrid
- When events run
- Easter, July and the Christmas holidays are busiest; the coast also runs events in October and spring
Upcoming tournaments in Spain
June 2027
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Planning a trip to Spain
Where tournaments are held
62 upcoming tournaments listed across: Salou (9), Madrid (7), Lloret de Mar (6), Costa del Maresme (6), Barcelona (4), Valencia (3), Benidorm (3), Vic (2).
Well-known tournament areas in Spain include Salou and Costa Daurada, Costa Brava, the Maresme coast, Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia, Costa del Sol, San Sebastián.
Before you go
- Easter dates move every year, so check the weekend before you book flights. Barcelona is the easiest airport for the Catalan coast.
- Check eligibility. Many European events group players by birth year rather than U-age, so confirm the category with the organiser before you enter.
- Ask exactly what is included. Overseas packages usually bundle hotel, meals, transfers and entry, often priced per person rather than per team.
- Check passports and entry rules on GOV.UK foreign travel advice for Spain before booking, including passport validity for every player and adult.
- Take consent forms, emergency contacts and medical information for every under-18, and make sure your club's safeguarding policy covers the trip.
- Get travel insurance that covers sports injuries and cancellation. A UK GHIC covers state healthcare in the EU and some other countries, but it is not a substitute for insurance.
- Confirm dates, fees and conditions with the organiser. We summarise public information, but the organiser has the final word.
Questions teams ask
How do UK teams enter tournaments in Spain?
Open the event you are interested in and use the contact or entry details shown. Most organisers take applications by enquiry form or email, then confirm availability, the package and payment dates. Applying is usually not a commitment to attend.
How much does it cost to play in Spain?
It varies widely. Overseas tournaments normally price accommodation and meals together with the entry fee, so we do not show a single price. Ask the organiser for a quote that covers players, coaches and any parents travelling.
How far is Spain from the UK?
About 2 hours to Barcelona, 2.5 hours to Madrid. Local time is 1 hour ahead of the UK.
When do youth tournaments take place in Spain?
Easter, July and the Christmas holidays are busiest; the coast also runs events in October and spring. Check the dates on each listing, as editions move from year to year.