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NextGen Australia · Salou, Spain

U19 Surf Cup International
Spain 2027

Expressions of Interest Open

A U19 Australian team representing NextGen Australia at the Surf Cup International Salou 2027 — competing against clubs and academies from around the world while experiencing Spanish football culture first-hand.

Details marked TBC or "proposed" are not yet confirmed. This opportunity is not confirmed until stated.

Overview & format

Group-stage competition followed by Gold and Silver phase competition. 4 guaranteed tournament matches, including 1 guaranteed group-stage match against a professional academy. Final format and schedule subject to official confirmation.

18-player U19 boys squad, drawn from clubs across Australia · NextGen coaching and support staff

Clubs at the tournament

Previous participating clubs listed in our tournament information pack. Participation in 2027 is not yet confirmed, and NextGen Australia’s opponents will be determined by the official draw.

  • FC Barcelona crest

    FC Barcelona

    Spain · Previous participant

  • Real Madrid CF crest

    Real Madrid CF

    Spain · Previous participant

  • Villarreal CF crest

    Villarreal CF

    Spain · Previous participant

  • Valencia CF crest

    Valencia CF

    Spain · Previous participant

  • Real Sociedad crest

    Real Sociedad

    Spain · Previous participant

  • Arsenal crest

    Arsenal

    England · Previous participant

  • Manchester City crest

    Manchester City

    England · Previous participant

  • Tottenham Hotspur crest

    Tottenham Hotspur

    England · Previous participant

  • Liverpool FC crest

    Liverpool FC

    England · Previous participant

  • Leicester City crest

    Leicester City

    England · Previous participant

  • Rangers crest

    Rangers

    Scotland · Previous participant

  • Paris Saint-Germain crest

    Paris Saint-Germain

    France · Previous participant

  • Atalanta crest

    Atalanta

    Italy · Previous participant

  • AC Milan crest

    AC Milan

    Italy · Previous participant

  • Inter Milan crest

    Inter Milan

    Italy · Previous participant

  • Olympique Lyonnais crest

    Olympique Lyonnais

    France · Previous participant

  • FC Porto crest

    FC Porto

    Portugal · Previous participant

  • SL Benfica crest

    SL Benfica

    Portugal · Previous participant

Proposed itinerary

  1. Day 1Arrive at Barcelona El Prat Airport, transfer to Cambrils Park Resort, check-in, team welcome and training sessionProposed
  2. Day 2Team preparation — training session, recovery and team activitiesProposed
  3. Day 3Preparation match, recovery and team activitiesProposed
  4. Day 4Preparation match, FC Barcelona stadium and museum tourConfirmed
  5. Day 5Final preparation — training, tactical preparation and preparation matchProposed
  6. Day 6Surf Cup begins — training, opening ceremony and first tournament matchProposed
  7. Day 7Group stage — tournament match, recovery and team preparationProposed
  8. Day 8Group / knockout phase, recovery and team preparationProposed
  9. Day 9Knockout stage — potential semi-final and Coaches ConventionProposed
  10. Day 10Surf Cup finals, closing ceremony and Tarragona cultural experienceProposed
  11. Day 11Breakfast, airport transfer and departure from BarcelonaProposed

Inclusions

  • Surf Cup International Salou tournament participation (confirmed)
  • 10 nights at Cambrils Park Resort, full board (3 meals per day) (confirmed)
  • Scheduled program and tournament transport (confirmed)
  • 5 training sessions (confirmed)
  • 3 preparation matches (confirmed)
  • 4 guaranteed tournament matches, including a professional academy group-stage match (confirmed)
  • Gold/Silver phase competition (confirmed)
  • Official NextGen team uniform package — 2 playing jerseys, 2 shorts, 2 socks, a tracksuit (polo, jacket and pants) and a NextGen bag (confirmed)
  • FC Barcelona stadium and museum tour (confirmed)
  • Barcelona and Tarragona sightseeing (confirmed)
  • Tournament, team registration, accommodation and training facility coordination (confirmed)
  • Player preparation and team management throughout the program (confirmed)

Not included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Passport and visa costs, if applicable
  • Personal spending money
  • Additional activities outside the listed program
  • Parent/family flights, accommodation and meals outside the player package

Accommodation & meals

10 nights at Cambrils Park Resort (Tarragona region) on full board — 3 meals per day. Accommodation options may include La Mediterránea Apartments, Villa Bonita El Caribe or Bungalows Aloha. Resort facilities include gym, spa, futsal courts, tennis, basketball, padel, mini-golf and table tennis.

Flights & transfers

International flights to and from Spain are arranged and paid for separately by each player and their family. Scheduled program and tournament transport in Spain is included.

Eligibility & selection

Players are assessed on technical ability, tactical understanding, game intelligence, position requirements, physical ability, attitude, commitment, teamwork and ability to adapt to a new football environment. The final 18-player squad is confirmed once player assessments and team registrations are completed.

Cancellation, refunds & insurance

Cancellation and refund terms will be provided in the registration terms before any payment is taken. Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory for every traveller. See our Terms.

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FAQs

Enquiry & expression of interest

Interested in Spain?