Winter Cup “Ya Odesyt”-2025: An Intense Match Weekend for Young Footballers

⚽ Winter Cup “Ya Odesyt”-2025: An Intense Match Weekend for Young Footballers

In December 2025, Odesa continues to host the Winter Cup “Ya Odesyt”-2025 — a large-scale youth football tournament that brings together teams from different age categories. Matches were held at SC “Polytechnic” and SC “ONAKhT”, gathering young athletes, coaches, and fans.

During the match weekend, teams played semifinal games and regular rounds of the group stage, demonstrating determination, teamwork, and true football emotions.

🏆 U12 Category (born in 2014)

On Saturday, December 20, semifinal matches took place in two tournament brackets:

• In the Main Cup, a principled matchup occurred between two LIONS U12 teams.

• In the Prestige Cup, “Ya Odesyt” U12 secured a victory and advanced to the final stage of the competition.

The matches were intense and fair, once again confirming the high organizational level of the tournament.

⚽ U8 Category (born in 2018)

On Sunday, December 21, matches of the 6th round for U8 teams were held at SC “ONAKhT”.
Teams representing Chornomorets, FC Ultra, Alexart, and Ya Odesyt took to the field.

Young players showed an active attacking style, high pace, and genuine emotions that define children’s football.

⚽ U7 Category (born in 2019)

Also on December 21, a 4th round match was played in the U7 category.
The teams demonstrated focus and discipline, which is especially important at the stage of first serious tournaments.

⚽ U6 Category (born in 2020)

The youngest participants competed in the 6th and 7th rounds, held in the small hall of SC “Polytechnic”.

The matches were dynamic and high-scoring. Teams from FC Ultra, F.C. Pro, and Ya Odesyt gained valuable playing experience, and for many children these were among their first official matches.

🔵 Football Starts in Childhood

The Winter Cup “Ya Odesyt”-2025 once again proves that youth football in Odesa is actively developing. The tournament allows young players not only to compete, but also to learn teamwork, respect for opponents, and enjoyment of the game.

More rounds, finals, and bright football moments are still ahead ⚽🔥