MICFootball will celebrate its first edition in the Dominican Republic with the support of Malta Morena and Pepsi, brands of the Dominican National Brewery, with the aim of promoting Dominican youth football.
The tournament will take place from June 24th to 29th of this year at The Fields, in Cap Cana, with the participation of young talents from around the world who will compete in a special sporting experience. 
MIC, which has 25 years of history, is one of the most important platforms for developing grassroots football worldwide. Known as the “World Cup of Grassroots Football,” this tournament is held annually on the Costa Brava, Spain, featuring the best teams of young people between 10 and 19 years old. Players such as Lionel Messi, Neymar Jr., Philippe Coutinho, and Cesc Fábregas have participated over the years, leaving their mark on this competition on their path to becoming soccer stars.
Fabián Suárez, president of Cervecería Nacional Dominicana, highlighted the importance of the partnership, saying, “This collaboration reaffirms Pepsi and Malta Morena’s commitment to sports and youth development. The Malta Morena Cup and the MIC share values and a vision for the future, and we are convinced that this tournament will be a resounding success for the country and local talent.”
For his part, David Bellver, CEO of MICFootball, expressed his enthusiasm for the tournament’s arrival in the country, “We are thrilled to bring the MIC to Punta Cana. This country has an incredible passion for football, and we are confident that this edition will be unforgettable.”
In his words, Bellver added that the relationship between Malta Morena and MIC was like love at first sight. Sandro Rosell, founder of MIC, highlighted the impact of this event on the development of youth soccer in the region.
An award that boosts Dominican talent
The winners and finalists of this year’s Malta Morena Cup will be guaranteed a spot at MIC Football Punta Cana 2025, giving them the opportunity to compete against elite teams and take their first steps toward a professional career.
