COUNTDOWN TO THE 2026 ARIZONA STATE CUP
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The Road to Nationals Starts Here – Now Featuring Two Tiers of Play and Direct Path to Nationals Welcome to the 2026 Arizona State Cup – the premier championship pathway for Arizona’s top competitive soccer teams. This year, the National Championships have been reimagined with a new two-tier structure, delivering a more tailored and competitive experience for elite teams at every level.
New for 2026: Teams will now advance directly to the National Championships — the Regional stage has been eliminated, streamlining the pathway to the highest level of competition.
US Youth Soccer National Championships Information:
Arizona’s top 13U-19U competitive soccer teams now have a direct shot at the National Championships — no more Regionals!
⚽️ New 2-tier national format = more tailored, high-level competition.
🏆 Win State. Go to Nationals. Make history.
- 12U teams that win State Cup will compete in the Far West Regionals but during the Western Presidents Cup.
BOYS
Salt Lake City & Provo, UT
16U–19U: July 13–20, 2026
13U–15U: July 16–23, 2026
GIRLS
Murfreesboro & Smyrna, TN
16U–19U: July 13–20, 2026
13U–15U: July 16–23, 2026
About Arizona State Cup
Since 1974, the Arizona State Cup, orchestrated by Arizona Youth Soccer (ASA), has stood as the most esteemed youth soccer tournament in the state and the official Arizona championship within the US Youth Soccer National Championship Series.
What Is the Arizona State Cup?
An annual competition that draws approximately 200 top-tier teams in the 12U to 18U/19U age divisions. It’s Arizona’s gateway for elite youth teams to shine — and the chance to advance to the US Youth Soccer National Championships!
Champions and History
Relive the moments that define Arizona State Cup. From legendary champions to unforgettable matches, explore the history that has shaped Arizona’s premier youth soccer tournament.
