Philadelphia Union Youth announced on May 14 that it is planning a soccer trip to Lisbon, Portugal for spring 2027. The tour will be organized by EPL Sports Tours and aims to provide young athletes with international competition, professional training environments, and cultural experiences.
The initiative is designed to give Philadelphia Union Youth players the opportunity to travel abroad and experience different styles of play. Previous tours have included destinations such as the United Kingdom and Spain. Organizers say these trips offer lifelong memories for players and families while exposing them to elite levels of soccer culture.
According to the announcement, “EPL Sports has been delivering world-class international sports travel experiences since 2007, creating memorable opportunities for young athletes through elite competition, professional training environments, cultural excursions, and international travel experiences.” The planned Lisbon experience may include high-level training sessions, matches against local teams, visits to professional stadiums, and other cultural activities.
Families interested in participating are encouraged to complete an interest form in order to receive updates or secure a spot on upcoming informational Zoom calls about the trip. “Spots on the informational calls will be limited, so be sure to sign up early,” organizers said. They added: “We look forward to sharing more details soon and hope your family can be part of this incredible Philadelphia Union Youth international experience!”
Philadelphia Union operates as a professional soccer team within Major League Soccer (MLS), representing the city in top-level competition while supporting youth programs like this one according to the official website. The club plays its home games at Subaru Park in Chester and maintains dedicated facilities including a waterfront stadium site as well as multiple practice fields according to the official website.
