Gothia Cup — Complete Guide for US Teams

The largest youth soccer tournament in the world, with over 1,700 teams from 80+ countries competing each July in Gothenburg.

Gothia Cup runs for a full week in Gothenburg, Sweden, and pairs competitive matches with a genuinely international experience — most US teams stay with host families, which is part of what makes it legendary among alumni. Book housing and flights early; the tournament sells out team slots well over a year in advance for popular age groups.