The Real Madrid Foundation World Challenge 2026, powered by Kaptiva Sports in partnership with the Real Madrid Foundation, has come to a close. This latest edition brought the joy of football back to the fields and brought together many countries that, rather than just competing, shared experiences and forged lasting friendships.

Many families arrived gradually over the past week, culminating last Saturday, April 3, when this edition of the RMF World Challenge came to a close. It was an intense week that kicked off with Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos, delighting fans at the opening ceremony.

Statistics from the Real Madrid Foundation World Challenge 2026

This was yet another success in terms of organization and attendance, where people from all over the world came together to share the values that define the club and this sport. How does that translate into numbers?

First and foremost, we’re talking about 19 countries represented, from all over the world. More than 800 participants (aged 10 to 14) attended after taking part in the Clinics and the Educational Football Program of the Real Madrid Foundation.

A total of 84 teams came from those 19 countries: Spain, Chile, Morocco, Canada, the United States, Germany, Italy, Belgium, Turkey, Uruguay, Colombia, Brazil, UAB, Suriname, Singapore, Mexico, Egypt, India, Malaysia, and Azerbaijan.

And, as a final note, around 308 matches were played over four unforgettable days at the Real Madrid Sports City facilities and surrounding areas. In total, more than 2,000 people gathered to celebrate their passion for the sport.

The World Challenge: More Than Just Football

It’s also worth mentioning that the families enjoyed an organized tour of the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. It’s undoubtedly a must-see for anyone wanting to experience the home of such a legendary club. Both children and adults were blown away by this amazing tour.

Because, as we’ve already mentioned, it’s not just about competing, but about sharing. Real Madrid’s core values have once again brought together families from all over the world who have traveled to Spain to demonstrate their importance both on and off the field.

At Kaptiva Sports, we are very proud of the success of the latest edition of the Real Madrid Foundation World Challenge 2026. We hope that the 2027 edition will surpass those figures so that we can continue to grow and offer a unique and unforgettable experience.