2024 Generation Adidas Cup: All You Need to Know

The fifteenth edition of the illustrious Generation Adidas Cup commences tomorrow, featuring an expanded roster of 29 MLS academy clubs and a total of 49 teams representing 15 different countries competing across the U-15 and U-17 championships.

The group stage will have all its games from all groups from March 30 to April 1, on these days all the games will be played in the different fields of the IMG Academy in Florida. Then the teams will have a day off, which will be April 2 and on the next day the playoffs will begin, which will last in the first instance from April 3 to April 4 and the next instance will begin on April 6, ending with the event on Sunday, April 7 where the finals will be held.

With 10 groups comprising of 4 teams each, the top performers from each group, along with the best second-placed teams, will advance to the knockout phase. Here are the highly anticipated fixtures for tomorrows action:

U15 Group:

9:30 AM - New England Revolution vs. Arsenal FC (England) (Group J)

10:00 AM - Atlanta United vs. Manchester United (England) (Group F)

12:00 PM - New York Red Bulls vs. Toulouse FC (France) (Group E)

U17 Group:

2:00 PM - Atlanta United vs. Flamengo (Brazil) (Group D)

2:30 PM - NYCFC vs. HNK Hajduk Split (Croatia) (Group H)

4:30 PM - Inter Miami vs. Atletico Nacional (Colombia) (Group B)

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Spotlight on the U-17 Power Rankings

The Generation Adidas Cup commences today and we aim to provide an in-depth insight into the event, including our meticulously curated Power Rankings for the U-15 and U-17 categories. This edition promises to showcase an array of top-tier talent, with numerous globally renowned U-17 teams vying for supremacy.

Philadelphia Union (United States): Philadelphia Union stands as a formidable contender for the title, having clinched the 2023 edition by triumphing over FC Dallas with a resolute 1-0 victory. Boasting an impressive record this season, with 17 wins, 4 draws, and merely 1 loss, Philadelphia Union epitomizes excellence in U-17 football. Renowned for their dynamic offensive prowess and an arsenal of world-class prospects such as Cavan Sullivan, Anisse Saidi, Jamir Johnson, Diego Rocio, and Kellan LeBlanc, Philadelphia Union emerges as a frontrunner in the quest for the cup.

Flamengo (Brazil): Flamengo enters the 2024 Generation Adidas Cup with soaring expectations, following their recent conquest in the Flamengo Adidas Cup, where they vanquished esteemed adversaries including Arsenal, Santos Laguna, Colo Colo, and Orlando City. Bolstered by a rich tradition of nurturing prodigious talent exemplified by luminaries like Lucas Paqueta and Vinicius Jr., Flamengo introduces the promising Brazilian sensation Ryan Roberto to the global stage, positioning themselves as a team to watch closely.

River Plate (Argentina): River Plate, boasting three previous triumphs Generation Adidas Cup, perennially commands attention in this esteemed tournament. With a storied academy history that has birthed luminaries such as Enzo Fernandez, Lucas Beltran, and Julian Alvarez, River Plate epitomizes pedigree and ambition. This edition sees the emergence of prodigious midfield talent Tobias Bacar, further fortifying River Plate's credentials as a perennial contender for the coveted title.

FC Dallas (United States): FC Dallas, fueled by aspirations of clinching their inaugural Generation Adidas Cup, enters the fray as formidable adversaries. Having secured the runners-up accolade in the previous edition, FC Dallas presents a formidable roster, including standout performers Gabriel Mendonca, Ian Charles, and goalkeeper Nicolas Arango Montoya, poised to challenge for glory.

Los Angeles FC (United States): Los Angeles FC, buoyed by a commendable showing in the preceding edition, endeavors to replicate their success in this edition. With a well-rounded squad bolstered by promising talents such as Mexican-American prodigy James Arteaga, Charlie Rosenthal, Jude Terry, and Decarlo Guerra, Los Angeles FC emerges as a formidable force poised to leave an indelible mark on the tournament with 23 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses for the Los Angeles team so far.

Atlanta United (United States): Atlanta United enters the fray with palpable optimism, fueled by a roster brimming with potential. With standout players like Adyn Torres and rising stars Cooper Sanchez and Dominik Chong Qui, Atlanta United harbors ambitions of etching their name in Generation Adidas Cup for first time.

PSV (Netherlands): PSV, making its first foray into the competition, brings with it a legacy of excellence and a crop of world-class prospects. Bringing talented players such as Noah Fernández, Rens Boon and Austyn Jones to this event, PSV will strive to leave a mark in this edition of the Generation Adidas Cup and win a new title at the youth level.

Orlando City (United States): Orlando City arrives at the tournament with a formidable roster spearheaded by standout talents Justin Ellis, Colin Guske, Jackson Platts, and Gustavo Caraballo. With an impressive track record, including a commendable showing in the Flamengo Adidas Cup, Orlando City enters the fray as dark horses with aspirations of defying the odds.

LA Galaxy (United States): LA Galaxy finds themselves amidst a formidable group in this edition, including Monterrey, Orlando City, and New York Red Bulls. The defending champions of the MLS Next Cup, LA Galaxy boasts a roster comprising key figures such as Ruben Ramos, Mathis Albert, Harbor Miller, and Owen Pratt, poised to mount a formidable challenge for Generation Adidas Cup glory.

Real Salt Lake (United States): Real Salt Lake enters the tournament with lofty ambitions, buoyed by recent successes including triumph in the Algarve Cup with a roster predominantly composed of talents born in 2008, Real Salt Lake features standout performers Luca Moisa, Omar Marquez, and Gio Villa, enhancing their prospects of making a resounding impact.