Sevilla FC Academy delivers an outstanding performance at the Tangier International Cup
- Sevilla FC Academy Antonio Puerta
The Sevilla FC Academy enjoyed an excellent participation in the Tangier International Cup, where the U12 D team secured a podium finish after claiming third place, while the U10 D side gained valuable international experience against some of the top academies and clubs in European youth football
The Sevilla FC Academy once again showcased a very positive image on the international stage during its participation in the Tangier International Cup, where both the U12 D and U10 D teams competed against some of the most prestigious academies and clubs on the international scene.
The U12 D side enjoyed an excellent run throughout the tournament, displaying a high competitive level from the very beginning of the group stage. The Sevillistas opened the competition with a convincing 5-0 victory over AC Milan Academy, before also defeating Touzani (2-0), Oxygen (3-0) and Husa (2-1), securing an impressive qualification for the knockout rounds.
In the quarter-finals, the team once again produced a solid display, defeating Ajax Tangier 3-0 to advance to the semi-finals. Their journey towards the final came to an end against Academy PDF in a highly competitive match that finished 1-3.
In the third-place playoff, Sevilla FC drew 0-0 against Husa before sealing third place with a 4-1 victory in the penalty shootout, bringing an excellent international campaign to a close.
The tournament also featured renowned clubs and academies such as Leicester City, Sporting Clube de Portugal and RWDM, contributing to the tournament’s highly competitive level.
Meanwhile, the U10 D team also gained valuable international experience in a demanding group stage, facing Ajax Tangier, Rabat Anwar and RWDM as part of their ongoing sporting and personal development against strong opposition.
With this latest international commitment, the Sevilla FC Academy continues to strengthen the competitive development of its players while consolidating its presence in some of the leading youth football tournaments worldwide.