Les sables-d’Olonne, France – December 28, 2025 –
The city of Sables-d’Olonne, France, will host matches of the prestigious Montaigu World Cup in 2026, featuring under-16 national teams including Brazil, Ivory Coast, and China.
- Sables-d’Olonne will be a host city for the Montaigu 2026 World Cup,a major international youth football tournament.
- Brazil and Ivory Coast will establish base camps near Les Sables-d’Olonne for the competition.
- Four matches are scheduled in the city between March 31 and April 6, 2026.
- The Montaigu World Cup has previously showcased future stars like kylian Mbappé and Cristiano Ronaldo.
The city of Sables-d’olonne will host several matches of the Montaigu 2026 World Cup, according to The Sand Journal. From March 30 to April 6, major nations in world under-16 football will compete on pitches throughout the Vendée region, with Brazil among the participating teams.
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The Montaigu World Cup is considered one of the largest and most prestigious international youth football tournaments globally. The competition has a history of featuring future stars, including Kylian Mbappé, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Andrea Pirlo, providing a platform for young players to gain international experience.
Brazil, Ivory Coast, and China to compete in Sables-d’Olonne
For the 2026 edition, Brazil and the Ivory Coast will both establish their base camps near Les Sables-d’Olonne, according to The Sand Journal. The Chinese selection will also play matches in the seaside city. Supporters recall the appearance of Endrick, now a Real Madrid player, as a promising Brazilian talent during the 2022 tournament.
Match schedule in Sables-d’Olonne
Four matches are scheduled to take place in Les Sables-d’Olonne: Brazil will face Ivory Coast on Tuesday, March 31 at 6:30 p.m., followed by a match against China on Thursday, April 2 at the same time.Ivory Coast will then play China on Saturday, April 4 at 6 p.m., and the tournament will conclude with a classification match for 7th and 8th place on Monday, April 6 at 10:30 a.m.All matches will consist of two 40-minute periods.
Why It Matters
The Montaigu world Cup serves as a crucial progress prospect for young footballers,offering exposure to international competition and scouting opportunities. Hosting matches in Sables-d’Olonne will bring economic benefits to the region and showcase the city’s capacity to host international sporting events. The participation of footballing powerhouses like Brazil underscores the tournament’s significance in the youth football landscape and provides a valuable experience for aspiring players.
Time.news based this report in part on reporting by The Sand Journal and added independent analysis and context.
