Pilsen – City of Football and Fun
Pilsen radiates energy and hospitality. Worldwide known for Pilsner beer and the Škoda automobile, yet cherished for its vibrant atmosphere, colorful squares, and cozy cafés. During the Pilsen Trophy, youth teams from across Europe compete at the excellent facilities of SK SENCO Doubravka and SK Pilsen Petřín. Those who want even more football spirit can join an exclusive stadium tour at FC Viktoria Plzeň, the pride of the city. This makes the Pilsen Trophy far more than a tournament: a unique mix of sport, culture, and fun. An unforgettable experience no team should miss!
Photo gallery of previous Youth football tournaments
Program Pilsen Trophy 2026
Sports facilities
The matches of the Pilsen Trophy take place at the modern sports complexes of the host clubs. SK SENCO Doubravka offers a spacious venue with 5 pitches, allowing multiple games to be played simultaneously. SK Pilsen Petřín complements this with 3 high-quality pitches, suitable for both youth and senior teams. Together, these facilities ensure excellent conditions for an international youth tournament.
About the organiser of the tournament
The Pilsen Trophy is hosted by two renowned clubs from the city of Pilsen. SK SENCO Doubravka z.s., founded in 1921, competes in the fourth tier of Czech football and has a long-standing tradition in regional sports. SK Pilsen Petřín, established in 1999 through the merger of clubs with roots dating back to 1894, currently plays in the third division. Both clubs have a strong focus on senior and youth football, providing a solid organisational foundation for the tournament.o.
Thing to do in and around Pilsen
Pilsen
Pilsen is a vibrant city in West Bohemia with around 170,000 inhabitants, located just 60 kilometers from the German border and 90 kilometers from Prague. The city is world-famous as the birthplace of Pilsner beer and the Škoda automobile, but is especially loved for its lively old town with colorful squares, cozy restaurants, and cafés. The impressive silhouette of St. Bartholomew’s Cathedral and the modern cultural scene add extra character to the city. With its warm and welcoming atmosphere, Pilsen offers everything for an unforgettable tournament weekend.
Viktoria Plzeň Stadium
A visit to Plzeň is not complete without pausing at the pride of the city: football club Viktoria Plzeň. The club plays its matches at the Doosan Arena, a modern yet atmospheric stadium within walking distance of the historic center. With a capacity of over 11,000 spectators, the atmosphere during matches is both intimate and passionate.
During a stadium tour you get a glimpse behind the scenes of Czech top football: from the locker rooms and players’ tunnel to the pitch where Viktoria Plzeň played Champions League matches against giants like Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.
