Juventus ACADEMY WORLD CUP
JUNE 8-12, 2026
​​We are excited to announce that Juventus Academy Los Angeles will participate in the Juventus Academy World Cup (JAWC) in Italy in June 2026. This event is exclusive for the Juventus Academy Los Angeles players only and our eligible age groups 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 Boys and Girls. The World Cup rules allow girls' teams to compete in the boys' division, playing in an age group one year younger. Similarly, girls can guest play with boys' teams in either the same age group or one year younger.
The package includes the following:
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Full board accommodation for all participants (5 days) including breakfast, lunch and dinner (starting from the dinner of the first day to the breakfast of the last one),
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4 nights at a 4-star hotel near Bardonecchia or Sauze d’Oulx
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1 night at a 4-star hotel near Turin airport
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Bus service from June 8th to June 12th,
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Tournament organization,
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Welcome package (JAWC bibs and other items),
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Final individual prizes,
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Injury insurance 24 hours,
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Plaque for each group, trophies for the first classified groups, trophies for the best players,
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Entrance at the facilities and for the opening and closing ceremony,​
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Physiotherapist/Doctor during matches
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Insurance for all participants
Location of the event
The Juventus Academy World Cup 2026 is the 6th edition of this tournament. The organization moved to Bardonecchia and Sauze D'Oulx to ensure a new and different experience. Between the Alps, streams and green meadows these are some of the most beautiful places in Italy and a tourist center for winter and summer.
Q&A
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What is the focus of the June trip?
The June trip is a competitive international tournament (World Cup format) with Juventus Academies from around the world (Chile, Russia, China, etc.). It’s best for teams traveling together with full squads.
Can my son/daughter travel without a family member?
No. Each player must have one parent attending.
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What does the package include?
Per person:
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Hotel accommodation
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Transportation (bus service + airport transfers)
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Meals
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Tournament logistics (games, fields, referees)
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Group activities (e.g., pizza night)
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Insurance
Do parents participate, and what does their cost include?
Yes. The cost is per participant — player or parent. It covers the full package above. Parents also have seats on the bus to all games.
How are accommodations arranged?
Rooms by family request: doubles, triples, or quadruples. One parent must stay with the player.
What is the role of parents during the trip?
Parents are spectators only. Players are fully supervised. Parents may travel with the group to games or explore independently.
When should families arrive and depart?
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Arrival: Monday, June 8 (meet at Juventus Stadium by 3:00 pm)
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Departure: Friday, June 12 (morning, after tournament ends)
How many games will players have?
Minimum of 6 matches, up to 8 if advancing to finals.
What if my child’s team doesn’t have enough players?
No problem. Players will be grouped with others from:
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Local Juventus Academies (e.g., West LA, Chatsworth)
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Other U.S. academies (e.g., New York, Miami)
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International academies (e.g., Canada, Colombia)
What if the trip is canceled?
Deposits will be fully refunded.
Will schools excuse absences?
Yes, we provide formal letters. Many schools allow independent study packets.
Do we need a visa?
Depends on nationality. The club can provide supporting documentation if needed.
What else can families expect?
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International competition atmosphere
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Meeting Juventus Academy families from around the world
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Tours of Turin & Juventus Museum
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Cultural and social experiences for families