The Rey Cup Football Tournament 2025
The Land of Fire and Ice AND Football
Welcome to the Rey Cup! Set against the incredible backdrop of Reykjavik, Iceland, this thrilling tournament invites boys’ and girls’ U13 to U16 teams to participate in a once in a lifetime football experience!
Over its 22-year history, the Rey Cup has evolved from a budding local club tournament to one of Europe’s best pre-season opportunities, attracting around 90 teams from around the globe! The city of Reykjavik, Iceland, sponsors the tournament by granting teams access to use local schools surrounding the site as their home base throughout the tournament.
The exceptional quality of competition, paired with the unique opportunity to explore Iceland’s breathtaking ‘Land of Fire and Ice’, promises junior teams an action-packed football adventure. Accommodation, playing fields, activities and even a geothermal swimming pool, are all located within a 10-minute radius.
It’s time to experience the thrill of international competition, the joy of teamwork and the camaraderie that comes with representing your team on a global stage – get involved!
Wed 23rd – Mon 28th July 2025
Packages from
£929pp
Price based on:
Based on a 6 day, 5 night flight tour for 48 passengers travelling 23rd – 28th July 2025. Subject to availability.
Return flights from a London airport (economy class inclusive of airline taxes and one piece of hand luggage)
Airport / Accommodation return transfers
Tournament Entry and registration for one team
5 nights school dorm accommodation
11 meals
Tour penant per fixture & souvenir penant to keep
Travel insurance
Currency exchange guarantee
24-hour support on tour
Represent your club and country
Boys’ teams aged U13 to U16
Girls’ teams aged U13 to U16
Friendly matches can be arranged
Opening and closing ceremonies
Adventurous activities in abundance
European Age Groups
European age group classifications differ to English regulations, so please speak with your Tour Consultant so we can determine your correct age group.
Please speak to your Tour Consultant to clarify the age group rules.
What to Expect
Organisers of the Rey Cup will be putting on a full entertainment and activity schedule for the duration of the tournament – you’re set for an exciting week!
Day 1: It’s time! Fly to Reykjavik, arrive at your school dorm/hotel, and settle in. Check into the tournament in the afternoon and enjoy some free time. Your evening will be spent at the Rey Cup Opening Ceremony and parade – time to get the ball rolling!
Day 2: And the tournament begins! First things first, the group stages! This day is all about warming up, assessing the competition and finetuning your team’s strategy. In the evening, cool off with a swimming pool party – DJ decks and ice cream included!
Day 3: Fuel your fire with a hearty breakfast before the football action kicks off once again. The evening is set aside for a party and disco to celebrate all the terrific tackles and teamwork.
Day 4: This day will see you play your last group games and begin the quarter finals – the stakes are rising! You’ll have the evening to wind down with a BBQ in the family park.
Day 5: Now for the Rey Cup finals… Who will emerge victorious? Once titles are claimed, an evening awards ceremony will take place followed by the Closing Ceremony.
Day 6: What a week! Grab some breakfast before heading to Reykjavik Airport to begin your journey home to the UK.
Unless… You want to extend your trip to make the most of Iceland! If you’d like a few more days to explore gleaming glaciers, venture beneath caves, Jeep ride across rugged landscapes, and snorkel between continents, just talk to our team!
You’re in safe hands!
We work within the rules set out by the applicable sporting governing bodies to ensure we get things just right. What’s more, you can rest easy knowing that our ABTOT bond, ATOL license and ABTA membership mean your money is well protected.
What’s included in your package
5 nights’ accommodation
Unless you’d like to extend your stay – just talk to our team!
Travel to the tournament
By air
Opening and closing ceremonies
With an opening and closing ceremony and award & trophy presentations
Use of facilities
Make the most of what your accommodation has to offer!
Manage your booking online
Access to our online booking management system
Why not treat yourself to an upgrade?
Want to make your time away even MORE special? Whatever your thoughts are, start talking to us and we’ll do everything we can to help.
Get in touch and we’ll discuss your needs
Accommodation
Stay in local school dorms or go all out with a hotel stay at an extra charge – our team can talk you through all the exciting options available!
Things to do at the Rey Cup & surrounding area
Organisers of the Rey Cup will be putting on a full entertainment and activity schedule for the duration of the tournament, to keep you and your group busy and on the go.
Looking for other exciting activities? Just to talk to the team!
Book your tournament
Like what you see and want to start planning? The best way to get things moving is by speaking to one of our tournament advisors on 01332 227474 or by filling in an enquiry form online.
A great experience for all!
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FAQ’S
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How many matches can we expect to play?
Matches: Guaranteed minimum 5-6 matches per team, every team plays in the finals.
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What rules does this football tournament play by?
General rules: According to FIFA rules, with the exception of two referees and no linesmen in each game. Playing time? 2 x 25 minutes with a 5-minute break.
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Where are the matches played?
Fields: Games are played on grass (most games) and artificial turf. Gold finals are played at the National Stadium.