One of Europe’s biggest and most respected events in the world’s youth football calendar saw the first of over 1,600 matches played yesterday and continuing over the next six days, across three counties, involving age groups 8-19, male, female and sports with disability.
Here are 16 images that capture the first day’s action.
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Ballinamallard United's Robbie Benson holds off Oxford United's Aaron O'Kane during their under-9's match on Monday. Picture by Keith Moore Photo: Contributed
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Oxford United under-9's striker Rhys Doherty fires in a shot at goal during their match against Ballinamallard United at Oakgrove 'A' on Monday. Picture by Keith Moore Photo: Contributed
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Ballinamallard United player Alastair McCreesh skips past Oxford United's Mia McDaid during their under-9's match on Monday. Picture by Keith Moore Photo: Contributed
12. Foyle Cup
Caiden Wade pictured on the ball for Maiden City Colts under-9's during their match against Eglinton Eagles Colts ay Oakgrove 'A' on Monday. Picture by Keith Moore Photo: Keith Moore