Event Overview

The Gangwon International Youth Football Championship is an annual international youth football exchange event organized and hosted by Mission Corea School Australia Inc.

Designed to connect young athletes through football, the championship promotes cultural understanding, global citizenship, and meaningful international friendships. Through a rotating host model, the tournament aims to establish a sustainable platform for long-term international sports and cultural exchange.

Executive Overview

Event Name
2026 Gangwon International Youth Football Championship

Host
IYFA (International Youth Football Association)

Organizer
Mission Corea School Australia Inc.

Supporting Organizations
Gangwon State Government, Cumberland City Council (Sydney), Football Australia, Football NSW, Australian National Representatives Council, Gangwon Football Association

Official Event Agency
Talenty

Host Location
Gangwon-do, South Korea

Olympic Host City Connection

Connecting Olympic Host Cities Through International Youth Exchange

A Global Platform Built on Olympic Legacy

Connecting Winter and Summer Olympic host cities

Developing an international youth exchange model inspired by Olympic values

Creating a global sports platform that strengthens city brands through collaboration

Strategic International Partnership

Host Cities & Government

Gangwon Province, Cumberland City Council (Sydney), New South Wales Government

Strengthening global city branding through international cooperation.

Football Federation Partnerships

Football AUSTRALIA

Football NSW

Australian National Representatives Council

Building a sustainable model for youth sports diplomacy.

A Global Festival Beyond Football

Sports

Tournament operations based on Olympic and FIFA standards

Expanded participation from elite international youth clubs

Culture

Korean cultural experience programs

International youth cultural exchange between cities

Industry

Collaboration with the sports and wellness industries

Promotion of global consumer brands

Diplomacy

Youth sports diplomacy initiatives

Strengthening long-term international partnerships between participating cities

Expected Outcomes

Expected Outcomes

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Global Promotion

  • Worldwide exposure through YouTube and social media

  • Increased international media coverage and tournament recognition



Diplomatic Impact

  • Enhancing national image through youth sports diplomacy

  • Establishing sustainable international networks among participating countries

  • Creating long-term opportunities for educational and cultural exchange



Economic & Industry Impact

  • Global promotion of Korea's beauty and wellness industries

  • Supporting regional tourism and generating economic benefits



Creating a Lasting Legacy

  • Inspiring stories featuring young athletes and football legends

  • Capturing meaningful moments of international youth exchange through film and digital content

  • Developing sustainable legacy content that extends the tournament's impact beyond the event itself