Tournament
The Newcastle Summer Cup
The Newcastle International Summer Cup is a youth football tournament, bringing together teams worldwide for exciting matches and memorable experiences in Newcastle.
newcastle, england
Tour Snapshot
Program Overview
It welcomes teams from all over the world, providing young players opportunities to compete, connect, and create lasting memories in a vibrant summer atmosphere.
• Premier international youth tournament hosted at top-class Newcastle University sports facilities. • Welcomes teams worldwide, offering competitive matches across boys’ and girls’ age groups. • Guaranteed games, professional organisation, and skilled refereeing ensure a quality tournament experience. • Full travel support available, including accommodation, meals, and all transfers for teams and families. • A vibrant summer atmosphere combining football, cultural exchange, and unforgettable memories.
What's Included
- Minimum of 5 matches per team.
- 3 or 4-star hotel accommodation options (minimum 2 nights).
- Daily breakfast at accommodation.
- Opening ceremony and award presentations.
- Free team photo (digital copy).
- Free VeoCam recorded match (subject to availability).
- Free gift for each player.
- Plenty of trophies and medals.
Sample Team Itinerary
Day 1 – Travel
Depart from US, overnight flight to Newcastle
Day 2 – Arrival + Training Block 1
Arrive Newcastle, meet Tour Director at airport, airport transfer, hotel check-in. Lunch and orientation meeting. Afternoon training session. Evening dinner.
Day 3 – Sightseeing + Training Block 2
Welcome meeting for tournament plus registration. Morning training session. St James Park Stadium Tour. Explore Newcastle. Team dinner.
Day 4 – Tournament Day 1
Opening Ceremony. Group stage matches begin. Social activities in the evening. Team dinner at hotel
Day 5 – Tournament Day 2
Continued group stage or knockout matches. Afternoon training session with Manchester City coaches. Group dinner
Day 6 – Tournament Day 3
Continued group stage or knockout matches. Afternoon coaching session with Newcastle United coaches. Group dinner
Day 7 – Travel
Depart to US
Development Focus
Fixtures
With Axis Football Tours, teams can compete in top-level international tournaments, facing opponents from around the world. All logistics are handled — including fixtures, pitch hire, referees, and travel — ensuring a seamless, professional experience. Tournaments provide a thrilling environment that builds confidence, resilience, teamwork, and unforgettable memories on the global stage.
Training
Teams travelling with Axis Football to participate in tournaments will have the opportunity to include training sessions either delivered by the team's own coaching staff or you can be trained by coaches from local professional club academies. All players will be given a Player Development Plan (PDP) highlighting an improvement plan regardless of the level they are currently at.
Classroom Sessions
At Axis Football Tours, tournament programmes can include dedicated classroom sessions to support team preparation. Through match analysis, tactical planning, opponent scouting, role clarity, and team-identity workshops, players build confidence, understanding, and cohesion before stepping onto the pitch. These sessions ensure teams arrive ready to compete with purpose and unity.
Team Bonding, Awards & Feedback
During Tournaments delivered as part of your Axis Football Tour, we can provide meaningful team bonding experiences to strengthen unity and performance. Through shared activities, group challenges, guided reflection, and positive social time, players build trust, communication, and resilience. These moments deepen team identity and connection, helping squads compete with confidence, togetherness, and purpose on and off the pitch.
Accommodation, Meals & Player Safety
Accommodation
With Axis Football Tours, every detail of your stay is designed to match the prestige of your football experience. We’ve partnered with a handpicked collection of exceptional hotels across the globe — each offering first-class comfort, style, and amenities perfectly suited to your team’s needs. Our accommodations are carefully selected for their prime locations — whether steps away from elite training facilities or set within resort-style complexes offering outstanding sports and leisure options. Every property meets our rigorous standards for quality, safety, and service, ensuring a seamless and inspiring experience from check-in to check-out. We believe your surroundings should elevate your performance. That’s why we exclusively feature premium 3 and 4-star hotels, chosen to provide superior comfort and a touch of luxury throughout your tour. Typically based on 2–4 persons sharing, your full-board package includes delicious, nutritious meals — with lunches served at the hotel or training complex, and evening dining experiences either at your accommodation or a quality local restaurant. (Comparable alternatives may occasionally be used if your featured hotel is unavailable.)
Meals
We have half and full board options for travelling groups depending on your needs. We recommend the full board for most of our groups knowing that you have everything taken care of on site.
Player Safety
We have half and full board options for travelling groups depending on your needs. We recommend the full board for most of our groups knowing that you have everything taken care of on site.