July 6–11, 2026
Helsinki – Espoo – Vantaa

Welcome to the 2026 Helsinki Cup – the second largest football tournament in the world!

Series and prices 2025 Results Tournament package and accommodation

A celebration of football – now and in the future

A week full of passion for the game, excitement, and an uplifting spirit of togetherness
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that is Helsinki Cup.

Helsinki Cup will be played from July 6–11, across about 20 field areas and around 100 pitches.
Every year, more than 1,800 teams from 20 different countries take part.
Tournament matches will be played on fields in Helsinki, Espoo, and Vantaa.

Welcome to join us in 2026!
July 6–11, 2026

News

3.11.2025

Lotta Peitsi Appointed as the New CEO of Helsinki Cup

The Board of Helsinki Cup has appointed Lotta Peitsi as the new CEO of Helsinki Cup Oy. She has served as Acting CEO since the spring and officially assumed the position in September.Read

27.6.2025

President of the Republic of Finland Alexander Stubb is the patron of the Helsinki Cup 2025 anniversary tournament

The President wishes to highlight the importance of physical activity for children and young people. He reminds us that the tournament’s original idea to promote physical activity among the youth is still very much alive today. Read

18.6.2025

Match schedule has been published

The Helsinki Cup match schedule is ready and published!Read

18.6.2025

Tournament week

The Helsinki Cup tournament week offers a full lineup of junior football, joy, unforgettable experiences, and new friendships – all across the Helsinki metropolitan area.The week culminates in the thrilling A-finals on Saturday at the Olympic Stadium, but the excitement builds day by day starting from Monday.Read

9.1.2025

The main venue of the 2025 Helsinki Cup will be the Olympiastadion.

In July 2025, the Olympic Stadium will be the tournament field and the main venue for the finals of the Helsinki Cup event.Read

More news

Helsinki Cup 2025 in numbers

1806

Teams of 7-18 year olds

5700

Matches on 23 different field areas

97 %

Visitors are satisfied

700 000

Interested Finns and international guests

50 000

Followers across different media

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Contact info

Helsinki Cup office
Urheilukatu 5,
00250 Helsinki

E-mail: helsinkicup@helsinkicup.fi
Int.tel: +358 40 640 8750

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Helsinki Cup Tournament App

The Helsinki Cup app is your best companion throughout the tournament, designed to enhance your experience and keep you connected to the event. The app provides real-time updates on match results, schedules, and team standings, so you won’t miss a single game.

Stay up to date with the latest news and explore team information. You can also enjoy events and entertainment on the stage, with the full program easily accessible.

With social media integration, you can share your experience and connect with other participants, making Helsinki Cup an even more interactive and memorable event. Additionally, personalized push notifications will keep you informed of important updates, venue details, and offers.

Download the Helsinki Cup app today and join in the excitement!

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