The 44th Annual Nations Cup

The 44th Annual Nations Cup Soccer Tournament will take place July 18th to 20th 2025 in Richmond, BC.

This family-friendly multi-cultural sporting event showcases our community’s diversity through the beautiful game of soccer. The entire event is open to the public at no cost. This unique concept of grouping players based on their ethnic backgrounds and/or countries of origin creates an exciting atmosphere that provides a platform for people throughout the community to express their ethnic pride. Teams representing countries such as China, India, Croatia, England, Italy, Mexico, Serbia, Germany, Iran, Fiji, First Nations, and Scotland, just to name a few, are comprised of elite players from throughout the Province (and beyond) to compete for the coveted "Nations Cup" trophy.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Any business owners or individuals who would like to assist and support the tournament in any way (financially or otherwise) are welcomed to reach out to us directly for information on how the tournament can showcase your business to our followers. Contact info@thenationscup.com

The Tournament

This three-day event includes food trucks and a beer garden and all the sites and sounds of a World Cup atmosphere right here in our community.

With 1,400 participants and averaging over 10,000 spectators over the course of the weekend, the tournament provides a vibrant showcase for some of our province's finest soccer talent, having included such notable local soccer talent as Randy Samuel, David Norman, John Catliffe, Jeff Clarke, Steve Kindell, Dave Morris, Jason Jordan, Paul Daily, and Guido Titotto.

With separate sections for Open Age Men, Open Age Women, Over 30 Men, Over 38 Men, Over 45 Men, Over 52 Men, and Over 59 Men, the tournament allows players from various age groups to compete in this exciting and entertaining event.

Come on out, enjoy the pitch-side beer garden and international food vending area, show your colours, wave your flags, and be a part of the Nations Cup!