Friday Sep 18, 2026
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The fifth edition of the Kickerz Cup concluded successfully after two exciting days of youth football at Police Park in Colombo, bringing together 64 teams from Sri Lanka and the Maldives. Organised by Colombo Kickerz Football Academy, the tournament once again highlighted the growing standard of grassroots football in the region.
Competition was held across the Under-10, Under-12, Under-14, Under-16, and Girls’ categories, providing hundreds of young footballers with a valuable platform to display their skills and sportsmanship.
In the Under-10 division, Kickerz Red completed an unbeaten run to secure the Cup Championship, while Colombo International School, Traveller FA, and Kickerz Green won the Plate, Shield, and Bowl titles respectively. Dhuvaafaru Sports Club of the Maldives dominated the Under-12 category to lift the Cup, while Kickerz Blue emerged as champions in the Under-14 division after a series of impressive performances.
The Girls’ competition was won by Elizabeth Moir School, with The Football Institute finishing as runners-up. In the Under-16 category, Traveller FA, Kaleel FA, and Colombo International School claimed the Plate, Shield, and Bowl titles respectively.
Kickerz Cup 2026 celebrated youth development, teamwork, and community spirit, further strengthening its reputation as one of Sri Lanka’s premier youth football tournaments. (SJ)
