The Kay Motsepe Schools Football Championship 2026 National Finals delivered a celebration of school football at Giant Stadium in Soshanguve, Pretoria, as young footballers from across South Africa came together to compete for national honours.
The championship, now in its 22nd year, continues to play a role in nurturing young football talent while providing opportunities for aspiring players to develop their skills and pursue their sporting ambitions.
The 2026 national finals brought together promising young footballers, coaches, schools and supporters in a highly competitive tournament.
Football legends Hlompho Kekana, Tiyane Mabunda and Surprise Moriri also attended the event, adding to the occasion and sharing in the celebration of the country’s emerging football talent.
The tournament also attracted members of the media from across South Africa, who covered the action and stories emerging from the national finals.
2026 National Finals champions
- U13 Boys: Queenswood Laerskool (Gauteng)
- U13 Girls: St Marks Academy (Mpumalanga)
- U19 Boys: Navalsig (Free State)
The tournament brought together U13 boys and girls from different parts of the country, giving young players an opportunity to compete at a national level while gaining valuable experience on and off the pitch.
The Kay Motsepe Schools Championship continues to combine football development with opportunities for young people to build confidence, pursue their ambitions and explore their potential beyond sport.
For many of the participants, the national finals represented more than a football tournament, providing a platform to showcase their talent and compete alongside some of the country’s most promising young players.
As the championship marks 22 years of existence, its organisers continue to position the tournament as a platform for developing the next generation of South African football talent.