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Countdown to kick-off

Opening day begins on 8 December 2026

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This year's tournament returns from the 8th to the 15th of December 2026. Diani, Kenya.

Tournament Week

A full December football week in Diani.

Everything about the DJC week is built to give teams serious football, clear planning, and enough room to enjoy the coast around the competition.

How the week feels

Football first, with enough space for recovery, travel, and experience.

A proper tournament rhythm for players, parents, and academies.

DJC is designed around half-day match flow, guaranteed games, and a clear structure that helps teams compete hard without losing the wider Diani experience.

That balance makes the week more memorable for visiting academies and gives families a stronger experience around every matchday.

Youth football festivalFamily travel friendlyCoastal accomodationExcursions and recoveryHalf-day match rhythmClear competition pathways
Accommodation preview from DJC option 2.

Stay close to the action

Plan a tournament week where teams, parents, and staff can settle in without losing the rhythm of competition.

Excursion preview from DJC option 1.

Balance football and experience

Half-day match schedules leave room for recovery, excursions, and the full Diani atmosphere around the football.

How the year can flow

Simple structure for each annual edition.

Registration

Open team applications and confirm participating academies.

Fixture release

Publish groups, kickoff times, and venue information ahead of arrival.

Tournament week

Match days, hospitality moments, media coverage, and finals.

Next edition launch

Share highlights and open early interest for the following year.