2025 J.League International Youth Cup to be streamed for free on Sportsnavi
The J.League has announced that the 2025 J.League International Youth Cup will be streamed live for free on Sportsnavi (see the official release in Japanese). Thanks to this decision, fans will be able to follow high-level youth football online, even if they cannot make it to the stadium.
What is the J.League International Youth Cup?
The J.League International Youth Cup is a tournament that brings together youth teams from J.League clubs and invited overseas academies. It provides a valuable stage for young players who aspire to reach the first team, exposing them to intense matches against a variety of playing styles.
Unlike a long league campaign, the tournament is played over a short period in a cup format. That means every match carries extra weight: players must produce results in a limited number of opportunities, while also using the stage to showcase their individual qualities.
Key points of the free live streaming on Sportsnavi
With Sportsnavi streaming the tournament live at no additional cost to viewers, all that is required is an internet connection and a compatible device such as a PC, smartphone or tablet. This will make it easier for fans, scouts and coaches to keep track of promising youngsters and the latest trends in youth development.
Details such as the streaming schedule, which matches will be shown, and whether on-demand or highlight content will be available should be checked on Sportsnavi and the official J.League website once they are published.
- Free live streaming of the tournament on Sportsnavi
- Accessible from multiple devices (PC, smartphone, tablet)
- Valuable opportunity to watch top-level youth football from anywhere
A chance to see the future of the J.League
The International Youth Cup also offers insight into how J.League clubs approach player development and playing philosophy. Build-up patterns, defensive organisation and set-piece routines often mirror concepts used by the first team, making it possible to see the club’s identity at youth level.
At the same time, matches against overseas academies provide valuable experience of different physical profiles, speeds of play and decision-making. For viewers, it is an opportunity to spot players who could become key figures in the professional game in the coming years.
Please refer to the official J.League website and any dedicated tournament pages for the latest information on fixtures, venues and streaming details.
Source: “2025 J.League International Youth Cup” free live streaming on Sportsnavi (Japanese)
