The Gallini Cup is the largest international youth football tournament in Italy.
Every year, 128 teams from the 5 continents are carefully selected to participate, including one professional team in every qualification group.
Next Level Soccer organizes for teams to participate in friendly matches, training with professional coaches, and sightseeing before attending the tournament.
Allow players to see how they compare to European players of a similar age
Experience a training session with a top youth coach in Italy
Experience Italian culture
Unique team-building and individual growth opportunity
A Next Level Soccer representative travels with the group to provide support and guidance throughout the trip
Organizing travel teams to Europe since 2004
Specializing in customizable soccer experiences from professional level to socially friendly tournaments
Access to European Academy teams (Foundational level)
Access to top professional clubs in Europe (England, Germany, Italy, Norway, Portugal, Spain)
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Disclaimer:
The activities, events, excursions, accommodations, and other experiences described in this itinerary are provided for illustrative and planning purposes only. They are examples of what the trip may entail and should not be considered confirmed bookings, reservations, or guaranteed inclusions.
All activities and events are subject to availability, scheduling, weather conditions, operating requirements, and other circumstances. Final arrangements, inclusions, and costs will be confirmed separately prior to the trip. This itinerary may therefore be modified, substituted, or updated as plans are finalized.
8 nights accommodations (3 & 4 star hotels) in Peschiera del Garda and Pordenone (Italy)
All meals included plus snack bag during the tournament
All land transportation to/from airport and scheduled activities
1 friendly game against a youth professional club prior to the tournament
One training session with a top European coach. One team training session pre-tournament.
Sightseeing (Sirmione, Verona and Pordenone)
This activity may be replaced with a cooking class, cycling, or shopping at the outlet mall.
Entry into Gallini Cup including Gallini Cup medal. Minimum of 6 tournament matches (30-minute halves in the U16 category)
One trip to the laundromat
Airfare is excluded from the accommodation package cost. Airfare is organized through Omega Travel.
For example, soccer equipment, VEO camera, first aid supplies, etc.
Players and coaches must have medical travel insurance. Omega Travel offers a comprehensive travel package.
The team must obtain a travel permit via the appropriate soccer governing bodies.
Omega Travel is a trusted business partner and will organize the transatlantic flights. Payments for the transatlantic flights are made directly to Omega Travel.
Flight information will be posted once confirmed..
Check-in to hotel
Rest after long journey.
Team walk to get familiar with the surroundings.
Sightseeing - Sirmione is a famous resort town on a narrow peninsula at the southern edge of Lake Garda in northern Italy. Known as the "Pearl of Lake Garda," it features the 13th-century Scaligero Castle, the ancient Roman ruins of Grotte di Catullo, and natural thermal springs.
Verona - Verona is a historic city in the Veneto region of northern Italy, famous for its 1st-century Roman Arena, medieval architecture, and as the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Located along the Adige River, it sits roughly 120 km west of Venice and is a popular UNESCO World Heritage destination.
The Verona Arena is a Roman amphitheatre located in the historic center of Verona, Italy. It is among the best-preserved ancient amphitheatres to have survived into the modern era. This remarkable state of preservation is largely due to systematic restoration efforts that began in the 16th century.[1]
During the summer months, the Arena hosts the Arena di Verona Festival, with opera seasons that have run uninterrupted except by wars since 1913.[note 1] Throughout the rest of the year, it serves as a concert venue.
Bus to Pordenone for Gallini Tournament.
First tournament game
Opening ceremonies
Depending on the schedule, play one or two tournament games.
Tournament games continue through the weekend. Lunch is provided at the field.
Pordenone is a beautiful, historic city located in the western part of the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region in northeast Italy. Often called the "painted city" due to its stunning frescoed building facades, it serves as the capital of its namesake province. Adding to its prestige, Pordenone has been officially declared the Italian Capital of Culture for 2027.
All teams are awarded a tournament plaque. Age group winners receive medals and trophies.
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