The Premier League Next Gen Cup 2024 is going to be an exciting tournament. It will give young Indian football players a great chance to show off their skills and get some international experience.
The tournament is set to happen from August 1st to August 4th. During this time, three Indian teams will play against top youth teams from the Premier League and other leagues.
The Next Gen Cup isn't just another tournament. It gives young athletes a chance to learn from different coaching styles and play at a high level. This experience is key to help them grow letting them see how they stack up against some of the world's top young players.
Participating Teams
Premier League:
Aston Villa
Crystal Palace
Everton
Tottenham Hotspur
Indian Super League:
East Bengal FC
Muthoot Football Academy
Winners Punjab FC
South African Premier Soccer League:
Stellenbosch FC
Indian Stars to Watch
The Indian teams boast several promising talents who are eager to make their mark in the Next Gen Cup.
Sayan Banerjee (East Bengal FC)
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Sayan showed his talent in the ISL last season winning over East Bengal FC fans. His skill to have an impact on the game and his knack with the ball make him a player worth keeping an eye on.
Omang Dodum (Winners Punjab FC)
Omang has been a prolific scorer, netting 12 goals in the regional round. His coach and teammates have high expectations, anticipating more outstanding goals from this young star.
Mohammad Rishad (Muthoot Football Academy)
Rishad showcased his scoring prowess by netting 5 goals in the national round. His knack for finding the back of the net will be crucial for his team's success.
Venue:
The dates of the 2024 Next Generation Cup are August 1–August 4, 2024. The final will be held at Loughborough University Stadium, with the other matches taking place at Aston Villa's Bodymoor Training Ground.
All matches will be 11-a-side and will be 50 minutes long, with two 25-minute halves.
Schedule:
August 1
Aston Villa vs Punjab FC – 2:30 PM
Everton vs Muthoot FA – 2:30 PM
Crystal Palace vs East Bengal FC – 7:30 PM
Stellenbosch FC vs Tottenham Hotspur – 7:30 PM
August 2
Muthoot FA vs Crystal Palace – 2:30 PM
Aston Villa vs Stellenbosch FC – 2:30 PM
East Bengal vs Everton – 7:30 PM
Tottenham Hotspur vs Punjab FC – 7:30 PM
August 3
Tottenham Hotspur vs Muthoot FA – 2:30 PM
Crystal Palace vs Stellenbosch FC – 2:30 PM
Aston Villa vs East Bengal – 7:30 PM
Everton vs Punjab FC – 7:30 PM
August 4
7th position VS 8th position – 2:30 PM
5th position VS 6th position – 2:30 PM
3rd position VS 4th position – 4:30 PM
Final – 7:30 PM
Where to Watch:
On the Premier League and RFDL YouTube channels, football fans may watch live coverage of these games. Every match, whether it involves Indian teams or other clubs, will be live broadcast for fans to watch on the following networks.
