· The championship will be inaugurated on Thursday, April 9th in Huechuraba and will bring together men's and women's teams that will compete in 50 matches during the weekend of April 11th and 12th.
· This tournament launch takes place on International Sports Day, highlighting the role of the Enel Cup 2026 as an initiative that promotes participation, healthy living, and community integration.
Santiago, April 7, 2026 – The Enel Cup 2026, emphasizing its dedication to developmental sports and healthy living, will begin its activities with a ceremony and an opening match between Huechuraba and La Florida teams. This will be held on Thursday, April 9th, in Huechuraba.
The tournament, recognized as one of the nation's premier youth soccer championships, will gather 36 male and female teams from 18 communities within the Enel Distribution concession area. It will serve as a significant event to promote sports development and social inclusion among boys and girls.
The inaugural event in Huechuraba will also feature the participation of authorities, including: the mayor of Huechuraba, Maximiliano Luksic; the mayor of La Florida, Daniel Reyes; the Regional Minister of Energy of the Metropolitan Region, Ignacio Tapia; and the Italian ambassador to Chile, Valeria Biagiotti.
The competition is scheduled for the weekend of April 11 and 12, featuring 50 matches in total. On Saturday, the group stage will take place with groups of three teams each. On Sunday, the knockout rounds—including quarterfinals, semifinals, and finals—will be held for each category.
As always, Iván Zamorano, the former national team player and historic ambassador of the Enel Cup, will lead the effort to motivate the young competitors and their families. He will accompany them on an experience designed to foster values like teamwork, respect, and perseverance.
As in previous versions and aligned with the company's sustainability commitment, the teams will wear uniforms made entirely from recycled PET fabric. This edition features eight unique designs crafted specifically for the Enel Cup, blending athletic identity with sustainable innovation.
To acknowledge effort and athletic achievement, the winning teams in each category will be awarded a special incentive: every player, along with their head coach and assistant coach, will receive a gift card valid at 100% Fútbol store.
Through this initiative, Enel supports community development by creating spaces that foster sports and promote healthy lifestyles living.
The Enel Cup 2026 showcases the company's commitment to a fair and sustainable energy transition. It combines efforts to support youth sports with initiatives that promote a cleaner, more responsible future, creating opportunities for upcoming generations.