In October, the Premier League organised an Under-16 National Tournament at Loughborough University, which brought together 28 Academy teams from both Premier League and Category 1 Academies.
This was a highlight event in the Premier League’s Games Programme schedule because it gives the U16 players an unforgettable experience that improves their football career at a critical juncture in their growth.
The competition offered plenty of game time and out-of-region opposition, with the clubs divided into seven groups of four.
The top seven teams from each group and the best overall runner-up advanced to the quarterfinals after the group stage ended, while the remaining eight teams advanced to the Shield quarterfinals.
Chelsea won the Under-16 championship this year after defeating Fulham in the championship match.
Brighton & Hove Albion defeated Leicester City in the championship game to win the U16 National Shield.
The top seven teams from each group and the best overall runner-up advanced to the quarterfinals after the group stage ended, while the remaining eight teams advanced to the Shield quarterfinals.
Chelsea won the Under-16 championship this year after defeating Fulham in the championship match.
Brighton & Hove Albion defeated Leicester City in the championship game to win the U16 National Shield.
