Football Victoria, in partnership with Nike, is proud to announce the return of the Nike FC Cup Juniors set to take place from Monday 22 September to Friday 26 September, 2025 at the The Home of the The Matildas in Bundoora.
The tournament provides girls aged Under 12 to Under 18 the opportunity to play in a state-wide knockout-style competition on elite facilities, following in the footsteps of some of Australia’s top female footballers.
Now in its third edition, the Nike FC Cup Juniors continues Nike’s commitment to supporting women and girls in football. Nike has been the naming rights partner of the Victorian State Knockout Cup since 2019 and expanded that partnership in 2023 to include this junior edition.
Event Details
Dates:
- Monday 22 September – U12 group stage
- Tuesday 23 September – U13 and U17/18 group stage
- Wednesday 24 September – U14 group stage
- Thursday 25 September – U15/16 group stage
- Friday 26 September – Finals (all age groups)
Location:
- The Home of The Matildas, Sports Drive, Bundoora, VIC 3083
Game Duration:
- U12 and U13: 2 x 20-minute halves
- U14 to U18: 2 x 25-minute halves
- Each age group is divided into two leagues:
- League A: Higher division teams
- League B: Lower division teams
Nike FC Cup Juniors 2024 Photo Album
Registrations are now open for team entries only, with a fee of $50 per player.
The deadline to register is Tuesday 3 September, 2025.
The Nike F.C. Cup Juniors offers more than just competition. It is designed as a celebration of the future of women’s football, providing young players with a memorable tournament experience complete with activations, a competitive environment, and the chance to represent their clubs on a state stage.