08/06/2026
Ninety-eight players, coaches and family members. Five days. One shared experience.
Recently, we welcomed a football club from the United Kingdom to the Lisbon region for a tour designed to combine training, competition and time together away from home.
With teams ranging from U8 to U12/13, the group enjoyed two sessions at a football performance and skills training centre, a Benfica Pro Coaching session and a visit to the iconic Estádio da Luz and Benfica Museum, offering young players the chance to experience football from different perspectives.
On the pitch, every age group played two matches against local opposition, testing themselves in a new environment and gaining valuable experience against unfamiliar teams and playing styles.
Away from football, there was still plenty to enjoy. From time at the beach and visits to Colombo Shopping Centre to discovering the waterfront atmosphere of Seixal Bay, the trip offered opportunities to relax, explore and strengthen friendships beyond the game.
Football tours create memories that go far beyond results. They give young players the chance to grow together, experience a different culture and return home with stories that will stay with them for years to come.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the week. We hope to see you back again soon.