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SOCCA Champions League
The TUI SOCCA Champions League is the world’s biggest 6-a-side football tournament for clubs, and Rethymno, Crete hosts the 2026 edition from 15 to 18 October 2026. The TUI SOCCA Champions League runs under the International Socca Federation (ISF), the sport’s global governing body. The tournament brings club teams from around the world to compete for the title of top 6-a-side club side, and the organiser, Socca Crete, sets the dates each year.
Rethymno hosts the tournament every autumn, which makes it an annual fixture on Crete’s October calendar. Rethymno staged the 2024 and 2025 editions, and the town hosts the 2026 edition again.
What is the TUI SOCCA Champions League?
The TUI SOCCA Champions League is a 6-a-side football tournament for clubs, also known as mini-football or socca. The tournament fields club teams from around the world, and each side plays 6 players instead of the 11 used in the full game. TUI is the title sponsor, so the event carries the TUI name, and the International Socca Federation (ISF) sets the rules and world rankings. The winner earns the crown of the world’s leading club side at 6-a-side.
When and where is the 2026 edition?
Rethymno, Crete hosts the 2026 edition from 15 to 18 October 2026, according to the organiser Socca Crete. Socca Crete expects over 100 club teams from across the world over the 4 days of matches. Rethymno sits on the north coast of Crete, between the cities of Chania and Heraklion, so the town works as a base during the tournament. The organiser handles team entry, the match schedule and tickets, so check the official Socca Crete site for the confirmed programme before you travel.
Recent editions and results
Rethymno hosted the 2025 edition in October 2025, and Polish club EXC Mobile Ochota won the title. EXC Mobile Ochota beat German side Eintracht Spandau 2-0 in the final. The 2025 tournament drew 106 teams from 40 nations, the figures reported by TUI. Rethymno also hosted the 2024 edition in October 2024, with over 60 teams. The 2023 edition took place in Maribor, Slovenia, before the tournament moved to Crete, and at that final Croatian side NK Victory beat Ukrainian side MC Sarmat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the SOCCA Champions League in Crete in 2026?
The 2026 edition runs from 15 to 18 October 2026 in Rethymno, Crete, according to the organiser. Confirm the dates with Socca Crete before you book.
Where is the tournament held?
Rethymno, on the north coast of Crete, hosts the tournament. The town lies between Chania and Heraklion.
Who won the 2025 edition?
EXC Mobile Ochota of Poland won the 2025 title. The Polish club beat Eintracht Spandau of Germany 2-0 in the final.
How many teams take part?
The 2025 edition drew 106 teams from 40 nations. Socca Crete expects over 100 teams for the 2026 edition.
How do teams register or buy tickets?
Register a team or buy tickets through the official organiser, Socca Crete, which handles entry, fixtures and tickets. Check the official Socca Crete site for the latest details.
Visiting Crete for the tournament
Rethymno gives visitors a Venetian old town, a long sandy beach and tavernas within walking distance of the harbour, so the tournament pairs well with a short autumn trip. The town sits between Chania and Heraklion, and both cities have an airport within a drive of Rethymno. A car lets you reach the venue on match days, travel between your stay and the coast, and see more of the island around the fixtures. Compare rates and book a car rental in Crete.
The venue
SOCCA Champions League is located at Rethymno, Crete, Greece. The map below shows the exact spot; Google Maps and Waze give turn-by-turn directions.
