INTERNATIONAL
EASTER CUP!
The Empoli Way
Following our successful tours to Italy, Empoli Australia has once again been invited to compete on the international stage! We’re thrilled to bring our top youth talents back to Italy for an expanded two-region experience across Tuscany and Verona.
This is an elite opportunity to represent Empoli Australia at the official Centro Sportivo Monteboro headquarters, challenge premier Italian pro clubs in exhibition matches, and compete in the prestigious Veronello International Cup.
We will be selecting players born in 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017. Selections run from October through February and will close once squads are full—book your trial today to secure your pathway to Italy!
The Program
Empoli F.A. offers selected players an authentic immersion into the Italian professional football system. Staying at our team hotel in Tuscany before traveling north to Verona, players will train in the mornings at Empoli FC's official Centro Sportivo Monteboro (MTC), face premier Italian pro clubs in competitive exhibition matches, and compete in the prestigious Veronello International Cup.
We will be bringing players born in 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017 to Italy.
Program Highlights
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Official Empoli FC training and match kit
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Comprehensive athletic medical screening
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Morning elite training sessions at Monteboro Training Center (MTC) led by Empoli FC coaching staff
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Competitive exhibition matches against top Italian pro clubs
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Official entry and participation in the 3° Veronello International Cup (Verona)
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Matchday tickets to attend a live Serie A / Serie B professional game
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Full accommodation at our team hotels and all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
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All private team coach transportation across Tuscany and Verona after the Rome meetup
* Please note: Airfare is not included. Parents and players are responsible for meeting the group at the designated meeting point in Rome. Where possible, we may assist with airport pick-up if flight times align with the team’s arrival.
Boarding and Transportation
All players and accompanying family members will meet in Rome on April 15th, 2027 at the designated meeting point. From that point onward, private team coach transportation, hotel accommodation, and all daily meals are fully coordinated and included in the program.
Accommodation & Meals:
Our squad and families will stay at selected sports/tourist hotels in Tuscany and Verona, with double or triple room configurations depending on family and group composition. Full board is provided throughout the entire tour, covering breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day. Participants only need pocket money for personal snacks, souvenirs, or drinks.
Flights & Airport Transfers:
International airfare to and from Italy is not included, allowing families flexibility with departure cities, preferred airlines, and frequent flyer points.
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Arrival (April 15): Families are responsible for reaching our central Rome meeting point. If your flight arrival time aligns with official Empoli staff arriving at Rome Fiumicino (FCO), you may have the option to join our scheduled staff transfer.
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Departure (April 26): On the final day, our private team coach transfers the entire group directly from Verona to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) for departure flights. We will depart Verona early in the morning to avoid highway traffic; nevertheless, no return flights should be booked before 2:00 PM to ensure everyone arrives comfortably with plenty of time for check-in and security.
Dates & Cost
Our 2027 tour starts on Thursday, 15th April in Rome and concludes on Monday, 26th April at Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Program Pricing
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Player: €4,200
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1st Accompanying Parent: €3,900
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2nd Parent / Family Member: €3,600
EARLY-BIRD SPECIAL: Save €300 ($500 AUD) per player by securing your spot with an initial deposit before December 1st at 11:59 PM.
What’s Included
For Everyone (Players & Accompanying Family):
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Full-board accommodation (hotel stay, breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day)
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All private team coach transportation throughout Italy following the initial Rome meetup (including transfers across Tuscany and Verona, plus the return to Rome FCO)
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Official matchday tickets to attend a live Serie A / Serie B game
For Players Only:
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Official Empoli FC training and match kit
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Full athletic medical checks and screening
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Morning elite training sessions at Centro Sportivo Monteboro (MTC)
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Pro club friendly fixtures & referee fees
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Official entry and player registration for the 3° Veronello International Cup
Additional Information:
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Payment in AUD ($): Payments can be made in Australian Dollars, converted at the daily exchange rate on the date of transaction.
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Flights: International flights are not included.
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Airport Transfers: Arrival airport transfer is not guaranteed unless aligned with official staff arrivals; return coach transfer from Verona directly to Rome FCO on April 26th is included for all participants.