Futsal players selected to represent Team USA at the FC Bayern Youth Cup World Final 2025
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This past weekend, five of our very own Futsal players were selected to represent Team USA at the FC Bayern Youth Cup World Final 2025, taking place in Munich, Germany from October 13–18.
The selection came during the FC Bayern National Finals held at the Adidas Headquarters in Portland, Oregon, where around 40 of the top youth players from the United States and Canada gathered to compete for a spot on the world stage. Our players—Dante Cavazos, Andre Bistrain, Pierce Webb, Austin Villalon, and Dylan Rogers—stood out among a highly competitive pool, showcasing the skill, intensity, and discipline that defines our futsal program.
In addition to this incredible player milestone, we are proud to share that our director, Coach Thiago, has been appointed as Head Coach of Team USA for the World Final. This marks a historic moment for our club and a testament to the level of talent and leadership cultivated within our training environment.
We are very proud to be able to roster 5 of our own futsal players to represent the country and our Futsal program against top players from all over the world,” said Coach Thiago.
“This month, we had two other players—Jon and Emre Guncarlar—join the U18 FC Bayern Global Academy, and now we’re sending more of our players to these unique opportunities that will be carried for a lifetime.
Highlights from the FC Bayern National Finals in Portland
Our players made memories to last a lifetime during the National Finals at Adidas Headquarters in Portland, Oregon. From medal ceremonies to training moments, here’s a glimpse at their journey to Munich.
About the FC Bayern Youth Cup
The FC Bayern Youth Cup is one of the most prestigious international youth tournaments in the world, offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for standout players to represent their country and train under the global spotlight. In 2025, the World Final will be hosted at Adidas’ global headquarters in Herzogenaurach, Germany, featuring national teams from around the world—including Argentina, Germany, Japan, Nigeria, and more.
All costs for selected players—including food, accommodation, training and competition gear, and tournament participation—are fully covered by FC Bayern. The competition structure will consist of two groups of four countries each, battling it out in round-robin matches, followed by finals. Players will compete in front of FC Bayern scouts and club legends, offering immense exposure and networking opportunities.
Beyond the pitch, this elite experience includes a guided tour of the Allianz Arena, access to FC Bayern’s state-of-the-art facilities, and tickets to witness “Der Klassiker”—the massive German national derby between FC Bayern and Borussia Dortmund.
The highlight of the week? A hand-selected World XI team—featuring the best players from all countries—will face off in an exhibition match against FC Bayern’s U17 Academy Team.
This is more than just a tournament—it’s a platform that connects passion, culture, and opportunity through the power of football. We are honored to see our futsal players and staff playing a central role in this global event and can’t wait to cheer them on as they carry our badge and our values to Germany.
A look at last year's World Final
Want to see what the FC Bayern Youth Cup World Final is all about? Here’s a glimpse into last year’s edition—an unforgettable experience filled with international matchups, top-level scouting, cultural immersion, and pure football passion. From the opening ceremony to the final whistle, this tournament is truly one-of-a-kind.
Watch the official highlights from the 2024 World Final, courtesy of FC Bayern:
