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DUBAI 2021 | March 31St @MINACUP DUBAI 2021 | March 31st – April 5th 2021 F O L L O W U S CONTENTS 03 Introduction 04 The Vision 05 Values 06 A legacy project 07 Ambassador 08 Who Will Be Competing? 09 Format 10 Itinerary 11 Facilities 12 Accommodation 13 Mina Cup Ceremony 14 Super Cup NI Partnership 1 @ MINACUP DUBAI 2021 F O L L O W U S INTRODUCTION What are we looking to achieve Year 01 Year 03 Year 05 To become the To become the To become the leading youth leading youth leading youth tournament tournament in tournament in the in the Gulf Asia World What we promise • To create memories on & off the pitch that live with you for the rest of your lives • To play in an outstanding, safe environment usually reserved for professional clubs, against teams from all over the world • 5 star accommodation & dining at the most beautiful resort in one of the finest city’s in the world • To provide a competitive, enjoyable tournament where the fundamentals of football are our values • To give you access to technology and data in order to analyze your matches and feedback to your players and teams on the day of your games. @MINACUP DUBAI 2021 F O L L O W U S T H E V I S I O N 'To be considered the leading youth tournament in the world, attracting top class youth teams from each continent to compete for the Mina Cup’ A tournament bringing together youth teams from all over the world but ensuring the youth of the UAE have their opportunity to shine with the stipulation that half of the participating teams are UAE based teams. @MINACUP DUBAI 2021 F O L L O W U S ABOUT THE MINA CUP MINA CUP VALUES PORTFOLI O @MINACUP DUBAI 2021 F O L L O W U S DUBAI AND THE UAE A LEGACY PROJECT Dubai and the UAE have some of the finest hotels, facilities and transport options in the world. For so long the Middle East has longed for a football tournament that brings together the youth of the world to compete in a competition that promotes the same values that the UAE lives by on a daily basis. YEAR 1 YEAR 5 YEAR 25 3 Age Groups 6 Age Groups The whole of 32 Boys Teams 48 Girls Teams the UAE 496 Players 160 Boys Teams 3,200 Players @MINACUP DUBAI 2021 F O L L O W U S AMBASSADOR We are delighted to have one of the most decorated players of his generation, Teddy Sheringham as the Mina Cup Ambassador. Sheringham amassed over 750 appearances with clubs including Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United. He also represented England 51 times, scoring 11 goals in the process. Achievements include 3 English Premier Leagues, The FA Cup, Champions League, Intercontinental Cup, Charity Shield, English Football Hall of Fame, Premier League Golden Boot, PFA Players Player of the Year 2000-1, FWA Footballer of the Year 2000-1. Since retiring from playing, Sheringham has managed in England and India. @MINACUP DUBAI 2021 F O L L O W U S WHO WILL BE COMPETING Europe (Austria, Portugal, England, France, Israel & Scotland) UAE & Asia / Africa (Gambia, Nigeria & Ethiopia) @ MINACUP DUBAI 2021 F O L L O W U S THE FORMAT 3 Age Groups - 32 Teams THE MATCHES • U12 / U16 Age groups will play 2 games on Match Day’s 1&2 with a final game on Match Day 3. These teams have an option of a 2nd friendly game on the morning of Match Day 3 too • U14 Age group will play 2 games on all 3 match days (6 matches in total) • U12 will be 9-v-9 and play 20 mins per half • U14 / U16 will be 11-v-11 and play 25 mins per half WINNERS AND RUNNERS-UPS • Group winners and runners-up will progress to the Mina Cup / Trophy side of the draw • The 3rd & 4th placed teams will compete in the Shield / Jug side of the draw • Match Day 2 will see the knock-out commence and for the U12 / U16 the finalists will be decided • U14’s will play their final second round games on Match Day 3 to determine who plays each final SCHEDULE OF EVENTS • For the full schedule and regulations email [email protected] @ MINACUP DUBAI 2021 F O L L O W U S ITINERARY FOR TEAMS Group Matches & Semi Finals & Check out Dubai Mall Finals Day Use the hotel facilities one After completing the first 2 The biggest day of the trip last time before saying matches then it’s dinner at the hotel DAY 1 DAY 3 and the business end of the DAY 5 your goodbyes and before being transported down to competitions checking out the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall for the evening 40% 70% 40% 50% Arrival & 3rd Group match & Visit one of Dubai’s top Opening Ceremony 1st Knock out games tourist attractions DAY 2 DAY 4 DAY 6 Check in & relax by the After final league position and All teams will experience a beach/pool your competition pathway is day at one of Dubai’s top or get the legs going with a decided then it’s recovery and theme or water parks game of tennis or golf before all dinner; teams get together for the ready for finals evening entertainment @MINACUP DUBAI 2021 F O L L O W U S FACILITIES AT PAR WITH THE BEST IN THE WORLD The JA Sports Centre is a purpose built training facility designed by These pitches provide the best playing surface in Dubai and regularly professionals for professionals. The Centre consists of four fully floodlit hosts top European Football Clubs and International Teams. It also international sized football pitches, one artificial floodlit FIFA 2 star offers an impressive selection of training equipment, treatment rooms and IRB certified football pitch, five natural grass cricket nets and 2 and private changing facilities. artificial grass cricket nets. @MINACUP DUBAI 2021 F O L L O W U S OUR HOTEL PARTNER JA RESORTS HOTEL The Mina Cup are delighted to have partnered with the JA Resorts & Hotels’ with an initial 5 year agreement to use Dubai’s only one true resort. Teams for the 2021 Mina Cup will stay at one of JA Resorts & Hotels’ fantastic properties which have access to the magnificent JA Resort, private beach and recreational facilities. The U14 Showcase teams will be housed in the JA Beach Resort. The hotel features 235 rooms and suites with private balconies or terraces overlooking the Arabian Gulf, private marina and lush hotel gardens. The Manor by JA is one of the newest properties in Dubai and both the U12 & U16 age groups will get to experience the hotel. @MINACUP DUBAI 2021 F O L L O W U S M I N A C U P OPENING CEREMONY AT THE WORLD’S TALLEST FERRIS WHEEL 31st MARCH 2021 Mina Cup have partnered with the Ain Dubai to hold its opening ceremony become at the stunning tourist attraction. Located on Bluewaters Island, Ain Dubai adds one more item to the list of world records to be broken by Dubai. Accessible from the Island, the Ferris wheel design is bordered by shopping malls, restaurants, residences and a souk. The giant Ferris wheel stands at a staggering height of 210m making it the highest of its kind in the world. It's located off the popular Jumeirah Beach Residences (JBR) beachfront and is set to offer 360- degree views of the Dubai skyline. @MINACUP DUBAI 2021 F O L L O W U S OUR TOURNAMENT PARTNER SUPER CUP NI PREMIER LEAGUE Notable Past Players: Wayne Rooney, Paul Scholes, Marcus Rashford, Sergio Busquets, Ryan Giggs, Joe Cole, David Beckham We are honoured and privileged to partner with arguably the worlds most prestigious and established youth tournament, where many of the world’s best have enjoyed success before going on to greatness! • Formed in 1983 • Played across 7 towns in Northern Ireland • 54 teams across three age including teams from Brazil, Mexico, Turkey, USA, Chile, UK • Teams participated: Brazil, Mexico, Turkey, Chile, Man United, Barcelona, Chelsea, Fluminense The winners of our U14 showcase age group will qualify for the Supercup NI and all onground expenses will be covered. @MINACUP DUBAI 2021 F O L L O W U S GET IN TOUCH LET’S MAKE HISTORY For pricing or more availability, contact us via any of the channels below [email protected] www.theminacup.com +971 58 592 6539 mina cup dubai mina_cup_dubai mina_cup the mina cup - dubai @MINACUP DUBAI 2021 F O L L O W U S.
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