Historic First Junior Football Skating World Cup Launched Under FIFS President's Initiative

Historic First Junior Football Skating World Cup Launched Under FIFS President's Initiative

Dr. Mehdi Salman Pour's proposal to introduce an international Junior competition alongside the Senior World Cup was successfully tested in Trabzon, establishing a new pathway for athletes under 17.

Federation International Football Skating - FIFS successfully organized the First Junior Football Skating World Cup in Trabzon, Türkiye, alongside the 15th Senior Football Skating World Cup 2024.

The historic Junior competition was initiated under the direct leadership of Dr. Mehdi Salman Pour, President of Federation International Football Skating - FIFS, who proposed introducing an official international competition for athletes under 17 within the World Cup programme.

The concept was developed to determine whether Junior Football Skating could be successfully integrated into the international competition structure of FIFS and whether younger athletes could deliver the technical quality, competitive intensity and sporting excitement required at World Cup level.

The inaugural competition was initially introduced as a pilot project. By the conclusion of the tournament, the initiative had exceeded expectations and demonstrated strong potential for permanent inclusion within the international Football Skating calendar.

A New Vision for Junior Football Skating

The creation of the Junior World Cup formed part of Dr. Mehdi Salman Pour's wider vision for the long-term international development of Football Skating.

Until 2024, the principal World Cup programme had focused on Senior competition. The introduction of a Junior category created a new international pathway for young athletes and enabled FIFS to assess how national federations could begin developing structured youth teams for future international participation.

The initiative was designed to:

• Provide international competition opportunities for athletes under 17;
• Motivate young players to continue developing in Football Skating;
• Establish a pathway from youth programmes to Senior national teams;
• Encourage national federations to create Junior teams;
• Support the future development of coaches and referees working with younger athletes;
• Strengthen the long-term international competition structure of FIFS.

The successful implementation of the project confirmed that Junior Football Skating could become an important component of future World Cups.

High-Level Competition and Strong Sporting Excitement

The First Junior Football Skating World Cup produced a high standard of competition and generated significant sporting excitement throughout the tournament.

The Junior teams demonstrated technical ability, speed, tactical awareness and competitive commitment, showing that athletes in this age category were capable of performing within a structured international World Cup environment.

The intensity and quality of the matches confirmed that Junior Football Skating could attract athletes, teams, families, federations and spectators while supporting the development of the next generation of international players.

Following the competition, FIFS concluded that the Junior World Cup had the necessary sporting potential, organizational value and international appeal to continue as part of its future competition programme.

Türkiye Becomes the First Junior World Champion

Host nation Türkiye made history by winning the inaugural Junior Football Skating World Cup.

The Türkiye Junior National Team completed a strong tournament performance and became the first team officially crowned Junior Football Skating World Champion.

The result represented a major achievement for the host country and provided an important foundation for the continued growth of Junior Football Skating in Türkiye.

Egypt and Ghana Complete the Historic Podium

The Egypt Junior National Team finished the tournament as world runner-up after an impressive performance throughout the competition.

The Ghana Junior National Team secured third place, completing the podium in the first edition of the Junior World Cup.

The results highlighted the international reach of the competition and demonstrated the growing strength of youth Football Skating across Europe, Africa and the wider international community.

First Junior Football Skating World Cup 2024 - Final Standings

A Successful Pilot Becomes a Long-Term International Programme

The success of the first Junior competition confirmed that the project should continue beyond its initial pilot stage.

FIFS determined that the Junior World Cup could play a central role in:

• Identifying talented young athletes;
• Increasing participation among national federations;
• Supporting school and club development;
• Creating stronger national-team pathways;
• Preparing future Senior World Cup athletes;
• Expanding the global Football Skating community;
• Building continuity between generations.

The tournament also demonstrated that Junior competition could be successfully organized alongside the Senior World Cup, creating a more comprehensive international event for athletes, federations and host countries.

Dr. Mehdi Salman Pour's Leadership and Development Strategy

The First Junior Football Skating World Cup was organized following the direct instruction and strategic initiative of Dr. Mehdi Salman Pour.

As President of FIFS and President of the World Cup Organization, Dr. Salman Pour introduced the Junior World Cup as part of a broader strategy to expand Football Skating beyond Senior competition and establish a sustainable future for the sport.

The successful outcome of the 2024 competition confirmed the importance of investing in youth development at international level.

Second Junior Football Skating World Cup Planned for 2027

Following the success of the inaugural competition, FIFS confirmed the continuation of the Junior World Cup programme.

The Second Junior Football Skating World Cup is planned to take place in 2027 alongside the 16th Senior Football Skating World Cup.

The next edition is expected to be organized on a substantially larger scale, with expanded international participation, stronger technical requirements and a more extensive competition and development programme.

The 2027 World Cup is intended to build on the experience of Trabzon 2024 and establish the Junior competition as a major international platform for young Football Skating athletes.

Further information concerning the host country, event dates, participation requirements and official registration process will be announced by FIFS following final confirmation.

A Historic Step for the Future of the Sport

The First Junior Football Skating World Cup represented a defining moment in the development of the sport.

What began as an innovative proposal and pilot project became a successful international competition with strong technical standards, exciting matches and a clear future within the FIFS World Cup programme.

Türkiye, Egypt and Ghana became the first nations to stand on the Junior World Cup podium, while young athletes from participating countries helped open a new chapter in the history of Football Skating.

The Trabzon competition established the foundation for a growing international Junior programme and demonstrated that the next generation is ready to play a major role in the future of the sport.

About Federation International Football Skating - FIFS

Federation International Football Skating - FIFS is the international governing body responsible for the governance, regulation, development and promotion of Football Skating worldwide.

FIFS organizes international competitions and World Cups, establishes technical and educational standards, supports national federation development and creates international pathways for Senior, Junior, youth, school and club participation.

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