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to the end ~ TIANJIN HAIHE CUP 26.07.2026Issuing time:2026-08-11 16:42 "The 2026 Haihe Cup" International Youth Football Tournament
The long‑awaited 2026 Haihe Cup International Youth Football Tournament came to an end in Tianjin amid the hot July days. The competition brought together 72 football teams from various regions across China and overseas nations, with participants ranging from U8 to U13 age groups.
Among the overseas guests were three strong teams from Russia: representative sides from Crimea, Moscow and Ussuriysk.
The young footballers displayed a high standard of skill, a will to win and genuine sportsmanship. Matches were played in sweltering temperatures ranging from 34 °C to 38 °C, yet the intense heat did not stop the youngsters from giving their all on the pitch!
Brilliant contests unfolded on Tianjin’s green pitches: spectators witnessed spectacular goals, confident goalkeeping saves and hard‑fought victories. Sporting results were not the tournament’s sole priority. "The Haihe Cup" served as a platform for friendly exchanges among young athletes from different countries. Boys communicated, exchanged souvenirs and cheered for one another despite language barriers.After four days of intense competition, the Russian teams achieved outstanding results:
“We are delighted to welcome overseas teams to our event. Football knows no borders! We look forward to future reunions on football grounds,” representatives of the organising committee commented. |