La Liga Youth Teams Advance at Taiwan Football Championship

The 2026 FORMOSA 7s International Youth Football Championship is heating up as the U16 category enters its knockout stages, with Spanish La Liga powerhouses Villarreal CF and Getafe CF showcasing their renowned youth development programs.

Getafe U16 demonstrated superior skill and efficiency, overwhelming their opponents, Jian Gong High School, with a decisive 13-1 victory in their opening knockout match. The team controlled the game's tempo from the start, displaying fluid passing and rapid transitions that highlighted the high standards of professional club youth training in Spain.

In another notable match, the local team Kaohsiung Attackers FC U16 faced off against Villarreal U16. Despite a spirited effort and determined defense from the Kaohsiung Attackers, Villarreal's tactical execution and individual talent proved too strong, resulting in a 3-0 win for the Spanish side. While the Kaohsiung Attackers were eliminated in the round of 16, the experience of competing against a world-class youth academy was invaluable for the young players.

The tournament, which is the largest international youth football event ever held in Taiwan, has attracted 192 teams from eight countries, including Hong Kong, Japan, Thailand, and Vietnam. The competition continues to feature high-level matches, reinforcing FORMOSA 7s' role as a key platform for international youth football exchange in Asia.