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.
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
A full spectrum of UAE talent competing in one unified championship.
Battle of the Best. One Champion.
Al Maktoum Stadium, Dubai
February 28 – March 1, 2026
(Qualifiers at JA Sports Center)
March 7, 2026
(Final)
Expected Attendance
Club team matches
Academy team matches
Semi-finals for both brackets
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This is more than a tournament; it's a benchmark for excellence.
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 7's Championship creates an objective, structured format to settle that conversation in front of a national audience.
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
Matches held at premium venues: JA Shooting Club and Al Maktoum Stadium
Balanced focus on both high-level competition and cultural enrichment
Designed to offer young athletes a complete football experience on and off the pitch
We're committed to rewarding excellence on and off the pitch
Championship Trophy for the winning team
Automatic qualification for the next 7's Championship
Finalist medals for players and coaches from both teams
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
Every emirate is represented, reinforcing the spirit of national competition
Event designed to align with the broader vision of UAE sports development
The tournament offers high-value opportunities for aligned brands:
Extensive media coverage and local engagement
Brand placement across kits, digital assets, and venues
On-site activations and visibility during cultural experiences

