- Organizer : Yakoma Sports Concept, Hanoi
- Regulations : In accordance with the Vietnamese Football Federation Youth Tournament Rules and Regulations.
- Participants : The tournament will feature local soccer academies as well as international soccer academies from various Asian countries.
Yakoma Cup International Youth Football Tournament 2026, Hanoi
The Yakoma Cup is an international youth football tournament focused on global sportsmanship, youth development, and cultural exchange. The competition welcomes youth football academies from various countries and will follow international and national football regulations adapted for youth categories.
- U10 (7 v 7)
- U11 (7 v 7)
- U12 (7 v 7)
- U13 (7 v 7)
- U14 (11 v 11)
Duration : 11 – 12 July 2026
Venue : Vende 3 Field, Long Bien, Hanoi, Vietnam
Upon Arrival : Participants will be transferred from Noi Bai International Airport to the hotel via a dedicated shuttle.
July 10 : Arrival to Hanoi
July 11 : Opening ceremony and Games
July 12 : Tournament games and Final games/awarding
July 13 : Departure
Match commissioners, referees, and coordinators will be appointed by Yakoma Sports Concept Company Limited.
Eligibility Criteria:
Players must meet the following requirements to participate:
- Provide a passport or birth certificate for age verification.
- Submit health insurance from their country.
- Sign the tournament liability waiver form.
- Each team may include 2 over -age players(maximum +1 year
The tournament will include the following age categories, with a maximum of 10 teams per category:
| Teams | Age Group | Year of Birth |
| 10 | U8 | 2017 and later |
| 10 | U9 | 2016 |
| 10 | U10 | 2015 |
| 10 | U11 | 2014 |
| 10 | U12 | 2013 |
| 10 | U13 | 2012 |
| 10 | U14 | 2011 |
| 10 | U15 | 2010 |
Registration
Number of Participants: Each team may register up to 2 officials and 18 players.
Required Documents : The registration list must include the following details for each player:
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Position
- Passport number
- Jersey color
- Jersey number
The team registration form must be submitted to the Organizing Committee by 30-05-2026
Registration Requirements:
- Each team must fill out the Tournament Registration Form with:
○ Full player names and dates of birth
○ Academy name and contact details
○ Jersey colors - Proof of player age (birth certificate, passport, or government ID) will be checked on the tournament day.
- A Hold Harmless Waiver must be signed by the academy and each player before participation.
- International Teams: $1080 per team
- Deadline: May 30, 2026
- Register: https://sports.yakomaglobal.com/team-players-registration/
Team Composition:
- 18 players
- 2 Officials
- 2 Yakoma T-Shirts provided
- The final player list must be submitted before the tournament begins.
- Registration fees 1,080 usd and per player 60 usd
- Break down – player registration to participate in the tournament is 60 usd each X 18 players
- Airport pick up to hotel and hotel back to airport at the end of the tournament
Registration Fee Includes:
- Tournament participation
- Airport pick-up on arrival
- Airport drop-off after the tournament
Note: Accommodation is available on request through the tournament
organizers in Gallant Hotel Hanoi and Sunrise Hotel Hanoi. Additional costs apply and must be arranged in advance.
- Each team must have at least one or two sets of uniforms in different
colors for use throughout the tournament. Goalkeepers are required to
have at least two jerseys in different colors, both displaying the same
jersey number. Any changes to uniforms must be reported to the Organizing Committee by the pre-match meeting. - All player uniforms must feature the team name and player number. Both the team name and player number must be displayed in a legible font and contrasting colors. The team name on the back of the jerseys should not exceed 7.5 cm in height, while jersey numbers must range from 25 cm to 35 cm in height. Shorts must display the same number on the front right side, with a height of 7 cm. Player jersey numbers must remain consistent throughout the tournament.
Teams interested in 1–2 days of local tourism must inform the organizers at least two weeks prior to the tournament start.
- The tourism package is optional and paid separately.
- Organizers will assist in planning based on team preference (e.g., sightseeing, cultural experiences, shopping).
All matches will be played by:
- FIFA Laws of the Game
- Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) guidelines
- Vietnamese Football Federation (VFF) youth football regulations
Match Duration
- U10 & U11 → 20 mins each half (40 mins total)
- U12 & U13 → 25 mins each half (50 mins total)
- U14 → 30 mins each half (60 mins total)
Match Rules
- Kick-off from the center circle
- Opponents must stay outside the center circle
- After the goal → restart from the center
Goalkeeping
- GK can use their hands inside the penalty area
- No handling of back-pass from the foot
Substitutions
- Unlimited substitutions
- Must inform the referee
Offside
- No offside → U10–U13
- Offside applies → U14
Fouls & Discipline
- Yellow Card = Warning
- Red Card = Sent off
- Suspended player may miss next match (NEW – added professionally)
Free Kicks
Distance:
- 7 v 7 → 5 – 7 meters
- 11 v 11 → 9.15 meters
Penalty Rules
Penalty for fouls inside the box
Fair Play
- Respect referees, opponents, and coaches
- No abusive language
- Handshake before & after the match
- Each team may include 2 over-age players (max +1 year)
- Players cannot play in multiple categories
- Player registration must be verified before kickoff
- Coaches must sign the match verification sheet before the game
- Coaches are responsible for player discipline
- Misconduct = disqualification
- Waiver forms signed on July 10 (8 PM meeting) or July 11 morning
- Teams must have valid health insurance
Awards
●Gold Trophy
● Silver Trophy
● Bronze Trophy
● Best Player
● Best Goalkeeper
● Best Behaved Team
● Best Coach
In the event of a tie for the highest number of goals, all tied players will be recognized as top scorers, and the award will consist of two small trophies.
Most Valuable Player (MVP) : Certificate
Best Goalkeeper : Certificate
Best Referee Team : Certificate
Specific financial regulations regarding meals, accommodation, transportation, and allowances for members of the Organizing Committee, tournament staff, and technical personnel are outlined in a separate document.
Meals and Accommodation (Halal)
The Organizing Committee will arrange meals and accommodation for participating teams upon request, with costs covered.
- Number of People : A maximum of 21 individuals per team (3 single rooms for officials and 12 double rooms for coaches and players) if requested.
Travel Arrangements
The Organizing Committee will arrange international travel for the teams. Any additional travel arrangements must be approved by the Organizing Committee, particularly for countries requiring visas or tourism.Local transportation (pick-up, drop-off, and transport within Hanoi City) upon team request and the service will be billed to the team.
Fees and Personnel
The Organizing Committee will pay fees for match referees and a match commissioner on duty during the tournament.
- Number of Personnel : 20 individuals (no hotel accommodation for domestic referees and match commissioners).
- Meal Arrangements : Meals are included in their daily payment.
Duration
Services will be provided from July 10, 2026.
A formal tournament opening ceremony will be held before the first round of matches, including:
- Parade of teams
- Welcome speech by the organizers
- National anthems
- Cultural performances
- Group photo session
All teams are expected to participate in full team kits
Teams can choose to participate in any of the following host countries for Yakoma Cup
International Youth Football Tournament
| Tournament Venue | Location |
| Yakoma Cup – Nigeria | Abuja, Nigeria |
| Yakoma Cup – Philippines | Philippines |
| Yakoma Cup – Vietnam | Hanoi, Vietnam |
International teams receive:
– Airport pickup
– Hotel transfer
– Return airport transfer
Teams must submit:
– Flight details in advance
Please contact the tournament organizers:
We warmly welcome all teams to Yakoma Cup, Together We Play, Together We Win!
Yakoma Cup Rescheduling Announcement
To All Participating Teams,
We would like to inform you that the Yakoma Cup, originally scheduled for July 25-27, has been postponed to November 21-23 due to unexpected renovations at the stadium, which will last the entire month of July.
We understand that many teams have been preparing for the tournament, and some may not have joined by now. This rescheduling provides an opportunity for all teams to reconsider and participate. We especially appreciate the 4 to 5 foreign teams that were standing by for the tournament; now you have ample time to prepare your teams even further. Your loyalty to the Yakoma family is greatly valued.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but we assure you that this change is aimed at ensuring the best possible tournament experience for everyone involved.
Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you soon. We promise that the Yakoma Cup will be an unforgettable tournament, where your team will arrive as unknowns and leave with lasting memories. Please note that registration is still open through our website: yakomasports.com.
Warm regards,
Yakoma Cup Organizers
Rules
Any team which causes the suspension of a match, whether due to collective bad behaviour, players leaving the pitch, agression towards the other team, the referee, assistant referees, team leaders, coaches, etc., the invasion of supporters onto the pitch, or for any other reason which causes the referee to suspend the match will automatically lose the match 3-0, unless, when the suspension occurred, they were losing by a higher score.
Each club will be responsible for the behaviour of their players, supporters and family members, both on and off the field. Bad behaviour can lead to expulsion from the tournament.
The accommodation is shared with people outside the tournament who deserve our respect. Bad behaviour within accommodation can lead to them to rescinding their accommodation and catering services and the tournament organisers will be able to do nothing to resolve this situation.
Competition Format
➢ Group Stage:
- Win = 3 pts
- Draw = 1 pt
- Loss = 0 pt
➢ Ranking:
- Points
- Goal difference
- Goals scored
- Head-to-head
- Penalty shootout
Draw = Direct penalties (no extra time)
- Player ID cards required
- Must be presented before matches
Teams allowed 1 videographer
➢ Control fans behavior
➢ Keep the venue clean
➢ Responsible throughout the tournament
Shin guards mandatory
Matching uniforms required
No jewelry allowed
Jersey numbers must not change
- July 10 – 8:00 PM
- Attendance mandatory
➔ Match delay rule:
Team not ready within 10 minutes = forfeit (3–0 loss)
➔ Weather condition rule:
The organizer may delay or reschedule matches
➔ Medical rule:
First aid is available at the venue
➔ Protest rule:
● Must be submitted within 30 minutes after the match
● Written form required
➔ Referee authority:
The final decision is binding
General Regulations
Matches will follow the Laws of the Game as established by the
Yakoma Cup.
Player Registration
Each team may register a maximum of 18 players (7 starters and 11 substitutes) for each match. Teams are permitted to substitute up to 11 players during the game.
Match Duration
Matches will consist of two 25-minute halves, with a 5-minute halftime break. This duration may vary depending on the organizers and could be adjusted longer or shorter based on unforeseen circumstances that may arise during the game.
Responsibility
The Organizing Committee will address all disciplinary actions for
violations committed by participants during the tournament.
Yellow Card Suspension
A player receiving two (2) yellow cards in the same match (resulting in an indirect red card) will be sent off and suspended for the next match.
Multiple Yellow Cards
A player receiving two (2) yellow cards in two (2) separate matches will be suspended for the next match.
Red Card Suspension
A player receiving a direct red card will be suspended for at least
the next match. The Organizing Committee may extend the suspension based on the severity of the violation.
All matches will be played with Organisation footballs. In no case will balls be left to warm up.
11-a-side: Size 5
8-a-side: Size 4
All of the pitches are natural grass or top-quality artificial turf.
If the referee decides that a team must change its shirts due to a conflict with the colours of the other team’s shirts, the team that changes must be the second one listed on the calendar. The first team must play with their first-choice shirt.
All teams must be on the pitch 15 minutes before the match starts. If this is not the case and there is no good reason, the Competition Committee may take one of the following measures:
The team on the pitch will be awarded a 3-0 win for the match The offending team will automatically lose the match and be deducted a point The referee will decide if the match should be played or not If a team does not appear for a match with no good reason, the offending team will forfeit that game (3-0) and be deducted three points. In both cases, the Competition Committee reserves the right to discipline a team should a third party be affected.
Delegates who want to check whether any player should be allowed to play can do so before the end of the match by speaking to the Organisation official for that pitch. At the time of the claim, the complainant must make a deposit of 50 USD for each player they suspect.
If the player proves their legality by submitting any of the required original documents, the pitch official will finalise the claim.
If the player under suspicion does not have the requested document available or does not appear on the lists, both the claimant and the player (together with the team leader) will have to go to the headquarters of the tournament Competition Committee (Information Central) two hours later, which will make the final decision.
In any case, if the player under suspicion proves their legality, the claimant will lose their deposit. Otherwise, it will be returned in full.
Complaints about refereeing errors will not alter the outcome of the game. The Competition Committee’s decision is final and irrevocable. The interpretation of the facts and the rules shall be final.
Once the ages of the players have been confirmed, the lists will be validated. The procedure to define the players of each match is as follows:
The lists will be filled in the table of the field where you are going to play FROM THE MOBILE OF THE FIELD OFFICIAL
You will indicate to the field official the numbers of all players available for the match and then the starting players will be marked
No match can start until the referee has the team list.
Upon arrival, all participants must confirm their age. To do this, the delegate or team leader must submit the original passport or national ID card of each player. Any player who does not present any of these documents will not be allowed to play.
How to Register
- Teams shall be enrolled on the first come first served basis
- Please fill out the registration form on our website, and we will receive it via email.
- Entry fee should be deposited after receiving the confirmation email from Organizing committee of Yakoma Sports (transaction details will be provided in the confirmation email).
- Teams registering for the tournament agree to follow the rules established by the Yakoma Cup
- Team with multiple categories will have discounts from 1,080 to 800 usd per team
