2026 Jishi Changan Cup International Youth Football Invitational Tournament
China,Xian
Xian International Football Center, Fengdong Football Park
October 1 – October 7, 2026
U7, U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14
The ancient city of Xi’an welcomed young footballers from all over the world
at the prestigious international tournament, the Chang’an Cup.
Among all foreign participants, the team of SC"Grand Sport" Football Club from Almaty, Kazakhstan delivered a particularly outstanding performance.
The youngsters travelled a long distance to take part in the cup.
Throughout every match, they demonstrated strong character, team unity and genuine fighting spirit. They played brilliantly in every fixture: bravely standing up against powerful opponents from different countries, executing team tactical plans, and retaining their competitive attitude even in the tensest moments of the game.
Taking part in the tournament brought invaluable new experience to Grand Sport footballers. he young players learned to quickly adapt to new pitch conditions, the rhythm of international matches and the specifics of different opponents. They gained a better understanding of their strengths and identified areas for further progress in training.
Once the tournament matches were over, the SC"Grand Sport" team had a wonderful chance to touch the centuries‑old history of Xi’an.
The footballers visited the famous Terracotta Army, walked along the ancient City Wall of the city, and experienced the magical atmosphere of Datang Everbright City — the night district dedicated to the Tang Dynasty era.
The cultural part of the trip became a perfect complement to the football battles:
the youngsters not only fought for victory on the pitch, but also broadened their horizons, got acquainted with Chinese culture.
The trip to the Chang’an Cup in Xi’an became an important and unforgettable milestone
for Grand Sport Club from Almaty.
The combination of exciting international matches, unique competitive experience and acquaintance with Xi’an’s great historical heritage will stay in the memory of every player
for a long time and become powerful motivation for future sporting achievements.
