U16 7's Championship

Battle of the Best

7 Clubs. 7 Academies.

Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah

One Champion.

Dates:

Qualifiers: 28 February – 1 March 2026 | JA Sports Center

Final: 7 March 2026 | Al Maktoum Stadium, Dubai

Organized by: Obmspiration

Website: www.7schampionship.com

Email: info@7schampionship.com

Participating Teams & Scope

Nationwide Representation, Elite Participation

14

Teams

7 Club Teams

7 Academy Teams

7

Emirates Represented

A full spectrum of UAE talent competing in one unified championship.

Total Participants

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322

Players

(23 per team)

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98

Coaching Staff

(7 per team)

Overall:

420

individuals

U16 7's Championship

Battle of the Best. One Champion.

Al Maktoum Stadium

Final Venue:

Al Maktoum Stadium, Dubai

Dates:

February 28 – March 1, 2026

(Qualifiers at JA Sports Center)

March 7, 2026

(Final)

Expected Attendance

2000-5000

Tournament Structure

Knockout Format Across Two Stages

JA Sports Center

Day 1 & 2: JA Shooting Club

Morning:

Club team matches

Afternoon:

Academy team matches

Day 2:

Semi-finals for both brackets

Al Maktoum Stadium

Finals: Al Maktoum Stadium

Club Champion

vs.

Academy Champion

One ultimate winner crowned U16 National Champion

Vision & Purpose

Elevating Youth Football in the UAE

This is more than a tournament; it's a benchmark for excellence.

Young Football Players

The championship aims to:

Raise the competitive standard of U16 football across the country

Provide a credible and highly anticipated platform for academies and clubs to compete

Nurture the next generation of dedicated, high-performing athletes

The Competitive Edge

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For years, the UAE football community has debated the strength of club teams versus academy teams.

The 7's Championship creates an objective, structured format to settle that conversation in front of a national audience.

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Structured knockout format allows no room for error. Teams must win to advance

Ensures fair, performance-based competition between clubs and academies

Highlights strengths of different football development models across the UAE

Creates clarity in the long-standing debate of club vs. academy dominance

Offers players high-stakes, nationally recognized exposure at a young age

Athlete Experience

Professional-Level Tournament Standards

JA Resorts Luxury Hotel

5★ LUXURY

JA Resorts Luxury Hotel

Two-night stay for all teams at JA Resorts during knockout and semi-final stages

JA Resorts Luxury Hotel

Guided cultural excursions to the Dubai Museum and Louvre Abu Dhabi

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AL MAKTOUM STADIUM

Museum of the Future Dubai

MUSEUM OF THE FUTURE

Matches held at premium venues: JA Shooting Club and Al Maktoum Stadium

Balanced focus on both high-level competition and cultural enrichment

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Designed to offer young athletes a complete football experience on and off the pitch

Recognition & Awards

We're committed to rewarding excellence on and off the pitch

Individual Awards:

Best Player:

Mini Cooper

Top Scorer:

Mini Golden Boot

Red Mini Cooper Prize

Golden Boot Trophy

Team Awards:

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Championship Trophy for the winning team

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Automatic qualification for the next 7's Championship

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Finalist medals for players and coaches from both teams

National Identity & Branding

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The U16 7's Championship is grounded in the values of unity, ambition, and pride.

Visual elements and branding will reflect UAE national colours and flag motifs

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Every emirate is represented, reinforcing the spirit of national competition

Sports Development Vision

Event designed to align with the broader vision of UAE sports development

Sponsorship & Partner Opportunities

Potential Partners Include:

National Reach. Community Impact.
Strategic Visibility.

The tournament offers high-value opportunities for aligned brands:

Extensive media coverage and local engagement

Brand placement across kits, digital assets, and venues

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On-site activations and visibility during cultural experiences

Clubs & Academies

Clubs

Academies

Umm Al-Quwain, Umm Al-Quwain Sports Academy

Contact & Next Steps

Join Us in Building a Legacy of Football Excellence

For partnerships, team registrations, or media enquiries:

Email: info@7schampionship.com

Website: www.7schampionship.com

Organized by: Obmspiration

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Let's collaborate to make the U16 7's Championship the definitive youth tournament of the region.

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