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Opening day begins on 8 December 2026

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Diani Junior Cup 2026

⚔️ Return. Defend. Prove it again.

Where rising talent meets big tournament energy.

DJC is built for young players, proud academies, and unforgettable competition.

DJC 2026 is happening from the 8th to the 15th of December 2026 in Diani, Kenya.

  • 🌍 7 days of quality youth football
  • ⚽ Minimum 6 games guaranteed
  • 💰 KSh 2,100 per participant for DJC 2026
  • 🏖️ Half-day matches, full Diani experience
  • 🏆 Clear pathways: Main Cup, Plate, Bowl & Drop Cup
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A football festival on the coast

Competition, travel, energy, and the full Diani experience.

Diani Junior Cup brings together youth teams for elite match days, beachside atmosphere, and a tournament experience families remember long after the final whistle.

Tournament window

8-15 Dec

Minimum matches

6 games

Fair play standard

No age cheating

Host location

Diani Coast

A sporting week in a special coastal setting

DJC brings football, family travel, and memorable December energy together.

Built for academies that want more than just matches.

Diani Junior Cup is designed as a yearly youth football experience where teams can compete seriously, travel with purpose, and still enjoy the setting around them.

The schedule, age categories, accomodation options, and excursions all work toward one goal: a fair, exciting, well-run tournament week that young players remember.

Youth football festivalFamily travel friendlyCoastal accomodationExcursions and recoveryHalf-day match rhythmClear competition pathways

Stay close to the action

Plan a tournament week where teams, parents, and staff can settle in without losing the rhythm of competition.

Balance football and experience

Half-day match schedules leave room for recovery, excursions, and the full Diani atmosphere around the football.

Why DJC

We promise a tournament with no age cheating, true integrity and real competition.

Our Annual tournament identity

DJC is built to work every year with an expectation of fun and excitement refreshed for every edition.

Youth-focused competition

Perfect for academy teams, school squads, and community football programs.

Fair and honest play

Our tournament is designed to make sure there is no age cheating, and all players get a fair advantage to play.

What teams can expect

Built around football quality, atmosphere, and community.

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Competitive fixtures

Group stages, knockout drama, and meaningful minutes for every squad.

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Coastal experience

A tournament setting that feels energetic, warm, and memorable for visiting teams.

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Community spotlight

A platform for local talent, families, coaches, scouts, and tournament partners.