More Than a
Tournament
NXTGEN CUP is an elite youth football organisation based in Chisinau, Moldova. We create professional tournament series for young players aged U7–U15, offering a real competitive experience modelled on elite European standards.
Each edition grows the brand, the community, and the reach — connecting clubs and academies from Moldova and across Europe on a single platform.
A Tournament Series
NXTGEN CUP is not a one-time event. It is a growing calendar of tournaments — each edition with higher standards, more clubs, and a wider international reach.
Professional Stage
Group stage, knockout rounds, official match protocols. Young players compete under conditions that mirror real professional football from day one.
European Vision
Inspired by the best youth European tournaments, NXTGEN CUP brings that culture to Moldova and Central/Eastern Europe — starting local, growing global.
Mission &
Vision
NXTGEN CUP was built to give young players in Eastern and Central Europe a stage worthy of their talent — professional infrastructure, real competition, and the exposure to be seen by the football world.
To build the region's top youth football tournament — driven by passion, professionalism, and real opportunities for young talent.
To become the leading platform for young players in Eastern and Central Europe to grow, compete, and be seen.
Respect, fair play, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to every child's development on and off the pitch.
Age
Categories
Champions Moment
Team Unity
Winning Together
Countries
Moldova
Belgium
Netherlands
Spain
Italy
England
Romania
Serbia
Denis
Calincov
Born in Chisinau in 1985, Denis Calincov became Moldova's defining football talent. At 16, he scored 5 goals at UEFA EURO U17 in Denmark — earning a contract with RSC Anderlecht and becoming the first Moldovan in the club's history. He spent a decade in the Eredivisie across Heerenveen, Heracles and Cambuur, earning 20 senior caps for Moldova.
Moldova
Belgium
Netherlands
Azerbaijan
Tournaments & Regulations
Click any event to see full format, schedule and regulations.
All 24 teams play in the Group Stage on Day 1. On Day 2 every team continues in one of three parallel playoff leagues — so every club fights for a final and leaves with a medal.
The full regulations document is available upon request. Contact the organisers to receive the official rulebook.
Request Full Regulations DocumentThe full match schedule will be published closer to the tournament date.
Our team is ready to help. Contact the organisers directly for accommodation recommendations — hotels and guesthouses close to the venue so your squad arrives rested and focused.
Contact Organisers
Participating teams will be announced here as registrations are confirmed. Stay tuned.
Full details — venue, format and regulations — will be announced closer to the event date.
More events added as the season grows — get notified
Awards &
Prizes
Every team fights for the podium. Every player competes for individual honours.
Register
Your Team
Submit your team details and we will confirm your spot within 48 hours. Registrations are open for the first edition — date and venue TBD.
Registration received. We will confirm your spot within 48 hours. See you at NXTGEN CUP!
Frequently Asked Questions
From the concept behind the tournament to how your club can get involved — all your questions answered here.
Our Partners
Brands and organisations who believe in the next generation of football talent.
Become a Partner
Join NXTGEN CUP as a partner and connect your brand with the next generation of football talent. Fill in the form below or email us directly.
Partnership Includes
Or contact us directly
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Press & Media Enquiries
For accreditation, interviews with Denis Calincov, or official media materials — contact our press team.