The Pulcino d’Oro International Tournament will return in 2027 to Levico Terme, in Valsugana, for a new edition set to bring excitement, talent and great new developments.
Once again, 64 boys’ teams and 24 girls’ teams will take part, ready to deliver unforgettable moments in one of the most prestigious international youth football events.
Numerous top-level international clubs will once again be among the protagonists. Over the past editions, the Pulcino d’Oro has welcomed hundreds of amateur clubs as well as renowned teams such as River Plate, Palmeiras, Fluminense, Atlético Madrid, Barcelona, Inter, Leeds United, Juventus, PSV Eindhoven, Sporting Lisbon and many others, establishing itself as a key event in world youth football.
The official dates for the 2027 edition will be announced soon. In the meantime, stay tuned: we will soon reveal all the news and updates about the next edition.
With the involvement of hundreds of volunteers and the participation of numerous local public institutions, the Tournament aims to strengthen the spirit of collaboration and promote positive values every year.
In this atmosphere of joy and sharing, the Pulcino d’Oro brings together all participating clubs as one big symbolic team and donates part of the registration fees received to charity.
Sport and solidarity
2016
In 2016, the proceeds were donated to the Niccolò Galli Foundation Onlus to support projects dedicated to less fortunate children.
2017
In 2017, the registration fees allowed hosting the Atletico Sibillini team from Amandola, a town severely affected by an earthquake.
2018
In 2018, the registration fees were donated to the Pavonian Fathers of the Centre Effetà in Burkina Faso, who have always been helping children affected by malaria.
2019
In 2019, the proceeds were donated to Javier Zanetti's PUPI Foundation. The foundation is dedicated to children and teen rights.
2020-2021
The project "Together for Sport" by Unicef wanted to celebrate 30 years of the Charter of Children and Teen Rights with customized workshops developed together with Pulcino d'Oro
2022
In 2022, the proceeds were allocated to the “Plastic Schools” project. The activity of Pulcino d'Oro financed the creation of 2,000 bricks which will be used for the construction of a school in the the Ivory Coast
2023
In 2023, the registration fees were divided between Unicef and the Italian Diabetes Foundation
2024
In 2024, the registration fees were split into Unicef and Dynamo Camp. These organizations dedicate their daily work on projects aiming of protecting less fortunate children.
2025
In 2025, Pulcino d’Oro reaffirmed its commitment to social causes: part of the registration fees were donated to UNICEF and the rest to Dynamo Camp, supporting concrete projects aimed at improving the lives of children and young people in difficult situations.
2026
In 2026, the Pulcino d’Oro donated part of its proceeds to Make-A-Wish Italia, Insuperabili and SOS Feriendorf, supporting initiatives focused on children, inclusion and social solidarity.
Through these partnerships, the Tournament continues to promote positive values both on and off the pitch.
School and Pulcino d'Oro
The Pulcino d’Oro invests in young people every year, involving around 250 students through school-work alternation programs supporting the organization of the tournament. In 2026, 18 schools took part, contributing through four different projects:
Team Assistant: supporting teams and acting as a link with the Organizing Committee.
Kids Area: entertainment and activities for children.
Logistic Team: field preparation, logistical support and event dismantling.
Field Assistants: supporting referees to ensure the smooth running of matches.
For 2027, we are preparing many new projects and partnerships, ready to make the tournament one of the most important youth sporting events.
A green tournament
The Pulcino d’Oro has always placed great importance on environmental sustainability, actively working to reduce its impact on the planet and raise awareness among young athletes and spectators about a crucial issue for the future of our environment.
In the latest edition, reusable ceramic tableware was introduced, avoiding the use of more than 3,000 kg of single-use plastic. Thanks to these efforts, in 2026 the Pulcino d’Oro received the Trentino Eco-Events certification and the 100% Clean Energy certification from Dolomiti Energia.
Our goal is not only to promote positive messages, but also to create a concrete and lasting impact that can bring value to future generations.