2023 Uljin Geumgangsong Cup National Youth Club Soccer Tournament Held

Uljin-gun, Gyeongbuk Province announced that the 2023 Uljin Geumgangsong Cup National Youth Club Soccer Tournament will be held at Baekam Multipurpose Stadium from June 17 to June 19 and from June 24 to June 26.

2023 Uljin Geumgangsong Cup National Youth Club Soccer Tournament Held.

Sponsored by Uljin-gun and hosted by the Korea Youth Soccer Club Federation, with joint organization by the Uljin-gun Football Association and the Korea Youth Soccer Club Federation, this tournament will feature a total of 86 teams and about 1,300 players?36 teams in the first round and 50 teams in the second round?divided into five groups by grade level, competing in 6-a-side and 8-a-side matches.

Notably, this year’s tournament has more participating teams than the first event held last November. The county attributes this growth to its efforts in creating top-level sports infrastructure alongside its pristine natural environment, and is working hard to ensure a successful event.

Additionally, the county expects that this tournament will not only provide young players with an opportunity to fully showcase their skills and broaden their understanding of soccer but also significantly boost the local economy through visits by players and their families during the event period.

County Governor Son Byeong-bok stated, “This tournament is not just a one-time festival but an official national competition where true soccer competition can be held. We aim to establish it as a regional festival that everyone can enjoy together by harmonizing with various local tourist resources.”

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