Royal Pre-Season Cup 2025 Brings International Youth Football to Reading with Great Success
August 21, 2025

Reading, UK — The Royal Pre-Season Cup 2025 has concluded with resounding success, bringing together elite youth football talent from across the globe at Bradfield College from August 15–17, 2025. Perfectly timed with the opening weekend of the Premier League, the event featured boys’ and girls’ teams from multiple countries and top UK clubs, making it one of the standout competitions on the youth football calendar.
This year’s tournament delivered on every front. Bradfield College’s world-class facilities provided a professional stage for players to showcase their abilities, while a strong presence of scouts created valuable pathways for recognition. Matches across all age groups were filled with excitement, reflecting the rising standard of both international and English youth football. Families and teams praised the event for its well-balanced structure, combining competitive fixtures with a welcoming atmosphere that made the weekend an unforgettable experience.
Congratulations to this year’s Winners:
- Boys U14: Tottenham Hotspur FC
- Girls U14: Arsenal FC
- Girls U16: Surf Select
- Boys U16: Nigel James Academy
- Boys U19: Nigel James Academy

Tournament Director Neil Holloway commented: “The Royal Pre-Season Cup is quickly establishing itself as one of the standout youth football events in the UK. This year’s edition brought together top talent from across the globe, and it was inspiring to see the excitement from players, families, and scouts alike. We look forward to making 2026 even bigger and better.
With its reputation growing rapidly, the Royal Pre-Season Cup is now firmly establishing itself as a key fixture in the youth football calendar. Plans are already underway for the 2026 edition, which will take place August 14–16, 2026, and promises to build on this year’s success by attracting even more top-level teams and creating additional pathways for the next generation of football talent.

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