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Competition
Structured youth football competition that gives teams a meaningful stage to test their preparation.
EF CUP 2026
Youth & Grassroots Sports Festival
“The journey to the Youth & Grassroots Sports Festival has officially begun!”
Get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with talent, competition, culture, scouting opportunities and networking.
Start preparing your teams early! EF Cup – Celebrate Talent
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ABOUT EF CUP
Growing talent from the grassroots up.
EF Cup brings young players, teams, coaches, families and football stakeholders together around competition, development and community.
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Talent Scouting
Create opportunities for emerging players to be seen, connected and encouraged to develop.
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Culture
Celebrate the people, stories and local identity that make grassroots sport special.
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Networking
Connect teams, coaches, families, scouts and community partners around youth sport.
THE FESTIVAL
What to expect
Competitive Football
High-energy matches designed around youth development and fair competition.
Talent Development
Encouragement, learning and exposure for players and teams at grassroots level.
Scouting Opportunities
A setting where promising talent can meet football stakeholders and observers.
Community & Culture
A festival atmosphere that celebrates sport, families, teamwork and community.
PLAYER & TEAM CARE
Prepared players perform with confidence.
Good football starts with good preparation. Teams should plan for player welfare throughout the festival.
? Water & HydrationKeep players hydrated before, during and after matches.
? Food & RefreshmentsPlan appropriate meals and refreshments around match schedules.
? First AidKnow where first-aid support is available at the venue.
? Sun ProtectionPrepare hats, sunscreen and suitable recovery breaks.
TEAM PREPARATION
Prepare Your Team
Start early and arrive ready. Use this checklist before travelling to Kimana.
? Register your team early
? Confirm player eligibility
? Prepare team kits
? Carry player identification
? Prepare match equipment
? Keep players hydrated
? Arrive early
? Follow tournament rules
EVENT LOCATION
Empiris Foundation Center
Kimana – Kenya
The EF Cup festival will take place at Empiris Foundation (EF) Center in Kimana. Plan your journey early and allow time for team check-in.
EF CUP 2026
Ready to join EF Cup 2026?
Register your team early and prepare for an unforgettable youth football experience.
GET IN TOUCH
We are ready to hear from you.
Contact the EF Cup team for information about registration, participation and the festival.
Email
admin@example.com
Venue
Empiris Foundation Center, Kimana – Kenya