The HANA Football World Cup 2026 took place on 20 June 2026 at the University of Hull Sports Complex, bringing together teams from across diverse communities for a day of exciting football, friendship, and cultural celebration.
Various teams competed in this year’s tournament including:
Hungary
AGC FC
Grimsby
Amazing Men FC
Eritrean
Sudan FC
Humber Open Arms
JAMA (Ghana)
Renew City
Romania
The event was honoured by the presence of several distinguished guests, including Mrs Luana Smith MBE, Chair of the HANA Board, Councillor Rosamund Jump, Deputy Chair of the HANA Board, and other respected dignitaries who came to support the tournament and celebrate the spirit of community unity.
Teams progressed through a highly competitive tournament featuring the preliminary rounds, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and the final, demonstrating outstanding sportsmanship, teamwork, and determination throughout the day.
Tournament Results
🥇 Gold Champions: Romania
🥈 Silver: JAMA (Ghana)
🥉 Bronze: Hungary
Congratulations to all participating teams for making the tournament a tremendous success. The HANA Football World Cup continues to promote inclusion, friendship, healthy competition, and stronger community connections through the universal language of football.
HANA extends its sincere appreciation to all players, volunteers, officials, supporters, sponsors, and guests whose contributions made this memorable event possible. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for another successful tournament next year.
