From Tokyo to Torrevieja: Walking football goes worldwide

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Spain will host the 2025 World Nations Cup for walking football, welcoming teams from around the world in what’s expected [...]

Spain will host the 2025 World Nations Cup for walking football, welcoming teams from around the world in what’s expected to be a major event for the sport. Countries from Europe, Asia, Africa, and Oceania will take part, making it a truly international competition. Japan and England are each entering six teams, while Spain, the host nation, will have four.

New Zealand, Wales, and the Catalans are also sending four teams each. Other countries like Canada, France, Australia, and Cyprus are fielding multiple squads. Single teams are expected from Portugal, Scotland, Colombia, Brazil, and Rwanda.



Most Read on Euro Weekly News Costa Blanca South: Social Scene As part of the build-up to the tournament, a training camp will be held on Saturday, May 3, at the Nelson Mandela Sports Pitch in Torrevieja . The day will include matches and training sessions with both international and local teams. Sweden will bring over-60 and over-65s teams.

England’s over 65s and several Spanish squads – including three over 60s teams and one over 50s team – will also take part. A local team from the Orange Bar Entre Naranjos league will join the games as well. After the matches, players and fans will gather at Mullins Irish Bar in Torrevieja for food and a celebration.

Spain’s teams include a mix of local players and expats, some of whom will travel from Madrid for the event. Organisers are currently looking for sponsors and encouraging local businesses to support individual players and help make the tournament a success. For more information, head to the website: spainwalkingfootball.

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