England U16 Champions in Porto!

England Beach Soccer U16 Talent Pathway team celebrated victory in Porto Portugal taking Gold.

The sun-soaked sands of Porto witnessed something special: a squad of young Lions who didn’t just compete, they conquered. England Beach Soccer’s U16 Talent Pathway team stormed to victory at the prestigious Madjer International Cup, going undefeated and bringing home gold, glory, and a glimpse into the future of our national program. England U16 were congratulated by former Manchester United and Portugal legend Nani on their brilliant performances on the sand.

A Captain’s Legacy: Oliver Flood Leads the Charge

From junior hopeful to U16 champion, Oliver Flood has lived every chapter of the England Beach Soccer youth journey, and written his name into each one with silverware and standout leadership. Calm, composed, and fiercely driven, Oli didn’t just lift the trophy—he lifted the standards.

As he graduates to the U18 programme, we salute a captain whose development has been exceptional and whose leadership has left a lasting mark. The next chapter is calling, and we’ll be right behind him.

Squad of Stars: Every Lion Roared

This wasn’t just a win—it was a statement. Every player brought grit, brilliance, and belief to the sand. Together, they formed a unit that dazzled with talent and delivered with heart.

🧤 James Denness  

Commanding in goal, cool under pressure—our #1

🧤 Bobby Humber    

Brave, vocal, and a wall between the posts

⚡️ Philip Chen           

Relentless workhorse and clutch goal scorer

💪 George House     

Dominant at pivot, owned the middle

🔥 Luca Brihmani     

Tactical, tough, and goal-savvy

🛡️ Freddie Kerr          

Youngest Lion, warrior spirit, key goals

🎯 Milo Pike  

Midfield dynamo, versatile and tireless

🎩 Euan St. John-Biggs         

Vision and finesse, creator of magic moments

⚽️ Dylan Wightwick 

Busy goal machine, relentless movement

🌟 Ashton Cox           

MVP & Top Scorer—electric talent, unstoppable

🦁 Oliver Flood          

Skipper supreme—reliable, composed, inspiring

From Takeoff to Triumph

The journey began with pride and purpose. Representing their clubs, counties, and country, these 11 athletes flew to Portugal ready to learn, compete, and grow. Supported by Elite Beach Sports and Forza, they trained with heart and played with fire.

Now, they return as champions—with medals around their necks and memories that will inspire the next wave of England Beach Soccer stars.

Final Whistle, First Chapter

This tournament wasn’t just about resultsit was about legacy. Every moment mattered. Every player stepped up. And every supporter, coach, and partner played a part in this unforgettable chapter.

From all of us at England Beach Soccer: congratulations to our U16 squad. You’ve made us proud. You’ve made history. And you’ve made it clear—the future is bright, and it’s already roaring.

FULL CIRCLE MOMENT FOR ASHTON COX

At age 7, Ashton Cox stepped onto the sand for his first-ever beach soccer tournament—and walked away with the MVP. Eight years later, he’s done it again. But this time, it’s on the international stage… and the award came from Madjer himself—World Cup winner and one of the greatest to ever play the game.

Not only did Ashton lead England U16 to gold at the Madjer Saraiva Cup, he claimed Top Scorer and MVP—again. From Isle of Wight beginnings to global recognition, Ashton’s journey is proof that belief, grit, and legacy-building start young.