Youth World Cup

Jalawi Talents Pathways is proud to announce its partnership with Nitidia Sport, the official organisers of the Youth World Cup, to lead the selection and preparation of a team that will represent England at the 2026 edition of the tournament in New York City.

This prestigious event will bring together 48 nations in each category, hosted at a world-class sports venue in the U.S., with live broadcasts, cultural experiences, and international scouting opportunities.

πŸ† What is the Youth World Cup?

Organised by Nitidia, the Youth World Cup is an elite 7-a-side international tournament featuring youth teams from around the world. Categories include:

  • Under-10 (players born 2016–2017)

  • Under-12 (players born 2014–2015)

The 2026 edition will be held from 21st to 26th July at Stony Brook University in New York, USA, featuring:

  • Professional-level sports facilities

  • Opening and closing ceremonies

  • International exposure with scouts, clubs, and media

  • Activities such as cultural exchanges, seminars, and coach networking events

🏴 Jalawi Talents Pathways – Official England Representative

As the official UK selection partner, Jalawi Talents Pathways has been appointed by Nitidia Sport to:

  • Organise open and invitation-only trials in the UK

  • Select the best U10 and U12 players to represent England

  • Prepare the team with structured training and match preparation

  • Collaborate with Nitidia on international logistics and tournament management

This is a real football experience β€” players will earn their place through performance, not payment.

πŸ“… Tournament Highlights

  • 21 July – Team arrival & opening ceremony

  • 22–24 July – Group stage matches

  • 25 July – Knockout rounds & NYC sightseeing

  • 26 July – Finals, awards & closing gala

The tournament also includes:

  • Coaching masterclasses

  • International team dinners

  • Live media coverage and scouting presence

  • Youth football networking on a global scale

⚽ Who Can Apply?

We will soon announce trial dates across England. To be eligible:

  • Players must fall within the U10 or U12 categories

  • Have experience playing in club or academy settings

  • Demonstrate strong technical, tactical, and personal qualities

  • Understand this is a performance-based selection process

πŸ“’ Register Your Interest

We are currently building a pre-registration list for trials.

πŸ”— Follow @jalawi.pathways on Instagram
πŸ“§ Email: info@jalawipathways.com
πŸ“ Online trial registration: (Coming soon)

πŸ—£οΈ From Jalawi Talents Pathways

β€œThis opportunity is not about hype. It’s about honest, structured football. We’re proud to work with Nitidia to give young UK-based players a professional platform to experience international football the right way.”