The Lanzarote International Cup has closed this Sunday with an exciting final day held at the Arrecife Sports City, where the last finals were experienced and the awards ceremony took place.
For four days, Lanzarote - with venues in all the municipalities of the island - became the epicenter of international formative football, hosting more than 300 matches in the Benjamin, Alevín and Infantil categories. Nearly 100 teams from various countries, as well as from all corners of Spain and the Canary Islands, met at this tournament. An event that has been an opportunity for local clubs, giving them the possibility to participate in an international competition.
The grand final and the awards ceremony was attended by the president of the Cabildo of Lanzarote, Oswaldo Betancort, the Minister of Sports, Juan Monzón, the mayor of Arrecife, Yonathan de León, and numerous councilors from the island. In addition, prominent football figures such as José Luis Mendilibar, Jonathan Sesma and Antonio Guayre were also in charge of handing out medals and awards.
Roll of Honor of the 'Lanzarote International Cup' 2025
In Infantil, the most mature category of the tournament, authentic football battles were experienced with an intensity worthy of professionals. The champion trophy, in the Gold Phase, went to the Maritime Orientation A, which was crowned after a vibrant final, which reached penalties. Real Betis was second after a brilliant tournament, while Sporting Braga occupied the third step of the podium, leaving a great impression for its solid and constant game. Meanwhile, in the Silver Phase, C.D. 35600 was crowned champion, with C.D. Peña La Amistad second, and C.D. Leganés, third.
The Alevín category offered a show of great technical and tactical level. With respect to the Gold Phase, the champion was F.C. Barcelona, the runner-up was Real Betis, and the Maritime Orientation A won the third place after a great performance in the final phase. Likewise, in the Silver Phase, the podium was starred by Inter Playa Honda, in the first place, Royal Charleroi, in the second place, and C.D. Marino in the third place.
In the Benjamin category, the youngest showed that passion knows no age. With matches full of illusion, dedication and contagious energy, the title in the Gold Phase was finally for F.C. Porto. The second place was for C.D. Chenet Betis Academy, while Sevilla F.C. completed the podium with a meritorious third position. In the case of the Silver Phase, the podium was completed as follows: Inter Playa Honda was the winner, with Cádiz C.F. as runner-up and C.F. Sporting Tías third.
Throughout the tournament there was an atmosphere of sportsmanship, camaraderie and respect, fundamental values that the Lanzarote International Cup promotes from its beginnings. To this was added a very high level of competition, which turned each meeting into an authentic festival of grassroots football.
A tournament committed to sustainability
The 2025 edition of the Lanzarote International Cup has been firmly aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), integrating responsible practices in all areas of the organization. A firm commitment has been made to respect for the environment through an efficient waste management system and the use of electric transport by the organization. Likewise, the public and clubs were invited to adopt native plants and offset their carbon footprints.
In addition, priority has been given to the consumption of local and zero kilometer products, working closely with suppliers on the island, in a clear commitment to the local economy and the sustainability of the destination. As a complement, a guide has been made available to visitors so that they can discover the natural beauty and fragility of Lanzarote in a conscious and respectful way, thus promoting responsible tourism.
The Lanzarote International Cup 2025 says goodbye leaving a legacy of values, emotion and sustainability. An event that has not only been a celebration of sport, but also an example of how to combine organizational excellence with respect for the environment and the community.
This event is possible thanks to the firm institutional support of the Department of Sports of the Government of the Canary Islands, Tourism of the Canary Islands, the Cabildo of Lanzarote, the Insular Sports Service, Tourism Lanzarote, the Centers of Art, Culture and Tourism, as well as the seven town councils of the island.
