The KDB Cup is introducing a new kick-off event on Friday 30 May: the Kidibul Fun Day! This is a unique opportunity for young footballers from U6 to U11 to train with elite youth coaches from top clubs at home and abroad such as KAA Gent, KRC Genk, RSC Anderlecht and Club Brugge. These are the same clubs where current star players such as Mario Stroeykens, Maxim De Cuyper, Matisse Samoise and Luca Oyen taking their first steps in football. All these boys once played at the KDB Cup as 14-15-year-old teenagers. Also Kevin De Bruyne, who links his name to the international youth tournament, enjoyed his youth training at KAA Gent and KRC Genk.
Top training
During the Kidibul Funday, children get the chance to improve their football skills under the guidance of top trainers from home and abroad. These trainers have already seen many talents grow into stars on the international stage, and now they share their experiences with young players from U6 to U11.
Planning:
U6 - U7: Four training sessions of 15 minutes each with a pass-through system
U8 - U11: Four training sessions of 20 minutes each with pass-through system
Fun Day
KiDiBul Fun Day will be an unforgettable experience for all visitors, young and old! Q&A sessions are planned with elite trainers and famous guests, and kids can have fun on the numerous bouncy castles in the CERA Fun Zone of the KDB Cup. It will be a day of fun and adventure for all! So parents and non-soccer playing children are also welcome and can join the event for free.
But that's not all! On the same day, some of the top international teams like FC Barcelona, Manchester City, Paris Saint-Germain... will arrive to take part in the prestigious KDB Cup. The young players will meet the stars of tomorrow from the front row! Participants not only go home with a lot of new football skills, they also get a nice souvenir.
Practical:
Date: 30 May 2025
Location: Grounds KVE Drongen, Sint-Gerolfstraat
Price: 15 euros for training and Q&A with elite trainers and well-known guests. Parents and non-participating children can attend for free.
The number of places is limited! Those who want to be there, best not wait too long!
