Welcome! The Liverpool-Knowsley International Youth Soccer Tournament is one of the highest quality youth soccer competitions in Europe. Please read the information outlined below carefully and should you have an questions left unanswered please do not hesitate to contact us in the Tournament Office, where we will be happy to reply to any questions.
Who Can Apply?
Entry to the Liverpool-Knowsley International Youth Soccer Tournament is extended to all clubs who are members of their FIFA affiliated national soccer association. The Tournament is approved by FIFA and the English FA and is played under English FA rules approved by FIFA. Furthermore, the Tournament is a full member of the British Isles Soccer Tournament Association (BISTA).
Schedule
Each age section will contain a maximum of sixteen teams, competing in groups of four teams.
International teams will arrive by Monday 28 July with group games commencing on Tuesday 29 July continuing through Wednesday 30 July and Thursday 31 July. Semi-finals will be played on Saturday 2 August with Finals on Sunday 3 August.
Within the tournament all teams are guaranteed at least three games. International teams will also be given the opportunity to play friendly games if they exit the tournament before the semi-final stages.
Entry Fee
The following entry fees will apply to teams wishing to enter the LKIYST [29th July - 3rd August 2008]. Following discussion with the Liverpool County FA Club Charter Standard Forum we have introduced a reduced fee for 2008 for charter standard clubs.
Boys Teams [U11, U12, U13, U14, U15 & U16]
The entry fee is £120 per team. However, this fee will be reduced to £95 for entries received before 1st March 2008. Charter Standard Clubs - Entry Fee is £85.
Girls Teams [U12, U14, U16 & U18]
The entry fee is £45 per team. Charter Standard Clubs - Entry Fee is £40.
Loot Liverpool-Knowsley Mini Cup
The entry fee is £45 per team. Charter Standard Clubs - Entry Fee is £40.
Format
The LKIYST [29 July - 3 August 2008] will accommodate the following age groups:
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Boys:
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Age Group Match Duration
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16 & Under (11 a-side) born after 31st August 1991 35 minutes each way
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15 & Under (11 a-side) born after 31st August 1992 35 minutes each way
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14 & Under (11 a-side) born after 31st August 1993 30 minutes each way
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13 & Under (11 a-side) born after 31st August 1994 30 minutes each way
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12 & Under (11 a-side) born after 31st August 1995 30 minutes each way
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11 & Under (11 a-side) born after 31st August 1996 30 minutes each way
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Girls:
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Age Group Match Duration
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18 & Under (11 a-side) born after 31st August 1989 25 minutes each way
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16 & Under (11 a-side) born after 31st August 1991 35 minutes each way
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14 & Under (11 a-side) born after 31st August 1993 30 minutes each way
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12 & Under (7 a-side) born after 31st August 1995 20 minutes each way
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| LK Mini Cup: |
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| 7 & Under (7 a-side) born after 31st August 2000 15 minutes each way |
| 8 & Under (7 a-side) born after 31st August 1999 15 minutes each way |
| 9 & Under (7 a-side) born after 31st August 1998 15 minutes each way |
| 10 & Under (7 a-side) born after 31st August 1997 15 minutes each way |
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| 10 & Under (7 a-side) born after 31st August 1997 15 minutes each way |
* Please note that the tournament is an end of season tournament. As a result of this, teams should play in the age bracket in which they have competed in the current season.
Squad Numbers & Special Dispensation
Each team will be allowed to register a squad of 20 players. International teams who abide by the January 1st age boundary will be given special dispensation for a maximum of five over-age players.
Substitutes
U11 - U16 & U18 Girls Age Group - Five substitutes (from the pre-registered tournament squad) may be permitted at any time during a match. A player who has been substituted may be reintroduced with permission from the referee during any stoppages in play.
Transport
The tournament office provides a free shuttle service between the accommodation and the soccer fields on match days. In addition we can arrange coach transfers between your point of arrival and departure within the UK. All transfer prices are available on request.
Social Programme
During the tournament week a full social and entertainment programme is organised by the tournament office. The programme is currently subject to change and will be confirmed by the tournament office in June 2008.
Highlights include:
Monday 28th July - Team managers meeting at Liverpool Football Club.
Tuesday 29th July – Pre season Premier League, Football League or testimonial fixture
Wednesday 30th July - Annual Parade of Nations
Thursday 31st July - Evening Entertainment onsite
Friday 1st August - Various sightseeing options for teams on the rest day
Saturday 2nd August- Disco & Evening Entertainment onsite
Sunday 3rd August - Disco & Evening Entertainment onsite
Stadium Tours
In addition, throughout the week visiting teams will have the chance to take in the Liverpool FC, Everton FC and Manchester Utd stadium tours. (Stadium tours must be booked through the tournament office prior to your arrival and are subject to the appropriate entry fee.)
Advanced Payment
The Liverpool-Knowsley International Youth Soccer Tournament is covered by the Package Travel, Package Holiday and Package Tours Regulations 1992. The regulation protects customer’s deposits, which have been paid for transportation, accommodation and payments that are held by the tournament organisers, until such time as they have fulfilled their obligations or issued refunds. Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council acts as trustees in respect of all deposits paid.
Travel Companies / Agents
Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council and Liverpool City Council disclaim all responsibility for any arrangements made by or on behalf of any specialist travel agent who arrange travel packages for any persons or groups attending the tournament.
Payments
Please make cheques payable to ’Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council’ or ’KMBC’. Please refer to the Tournament Application section for instructions on payment of entry fees. Instructions for making payments for accommodation and transport can be obtained by contacting the Tournament Office.
Contact
Eddy Jennings
Tournament Office
PO Box 22
Municipal Buildings
Archway Road
Huyton
Merseyside
L36 9YX.
Email: eddy.jennings@knowsley.gov.uk
Tel: +44 (0) 151 443 2154
Fax: +44 (0) 151 443 2157
