Memorial Franco Chignoli
6TH EDITION
MAY 2027
Lake Como
The world’s U11 football elite meets in Como to make a difference through an event that brings together sport and inclusion.
The Memorial Franco Chignoli brings together the very best of international youth football in a charity tournament that combines sporting excellence, social commitment, inclusion and the promotion of the local area.
The 5th edition took place from May 22 to 24, 2026 at the Eracle Sport FC, a centre of excellence and technical facility affiliated with Milan Academy.
The Memorial is a driving force for inclusion, education and solidarity, actively involving the Third Sector. Through fundraising and support for organisations working with young people, people with disabilities, families facing hardship and local associations, it becomes a concrete platform to promote equality, health and opportunity.
Sport is experienced as a tool to break down social barriers, create a sense of belonging and encourage the development of active policies in support of inclusion.
We have selected the
20 best Academies in the world
They took to the pitch in a prestigious tournament with outstanding competitive value.
An unforgettable experience. The Memorial Franco Chignoli is more than just a tournament – it’s an extraordinary football experience. The level of organization was outstanding, the hospitality impeccable, and our young players had the unique opportunity to challenge top-level teams in an inspiring, international atmosphere. We felt truly valued from the moment we arrived.
Fabrice Marchand
Sporting Coordinator, Olympique de Marseille U11
For Milan, it is a pleasure to take part in this event. At the heart of all our initiatives is always the player. We support them in developing their areas of competence and in building strong, healthy values. As a club, we have a duty to pass these on to young people.
Lorenzo Mondini
Head of Grassroots Activity, AC Milan
I am very happy to take part in a tournament of such international stature. It is an incredible opportunity to learn and grow. It is truly a valuable experience, one that pushes us to give our very best.
Edoardo Trevisan
Juventus U11
The tournament is of an exceptionally high level, and the pitches and facilities are outstanding, with spaces to play together, get to know one another and enjoy experiences that are far from ordinary for U11 players. On the pitch you may win or lose, but here it is the international breadth of the experience that truly matters.
Marco Facchetti
Fitness Coach, FC Inter U11
MFC
Taking part in the Memorial Franco Chignoli means educating young athletes in mutual support, social awareness and the value of commitment to others. Because football can be the driving force behind something greater, both on and off the pitch.
Olivier Chignoli
Founder
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Our Ambassadors
Gianluca Zambrotta
Massimo Ambrosini
Pietro Vierchowod
Beppe Bergomi
Filippo Galli
Simon Kjaer
Chicco Evani
Together with Antonio Cabrini, Simone Braglia, Giacomo Sintini, Luca Serafini and many others.
Memorial Franco Chignoli
Memorial Franco Chignoli
Main Partner
With the contribution of
Under the patronage of
Beyond its sporting dimension, the Memorial was created with a charitable purpose: to promote fundraising in support of causes related to health and childhood.
€ 85K
Raised in previous editions of the Memorial
7
Beneficiary organisations that will receive the proceeds
5
Years of commitment in support of associations and the local area
85000
already raised in support of causes related to inclusion, health and childhood
Through previous editions, we have raised over €85,000,
donated to carefully selected charitable organisations.
Azzurrini Academy
A project founded by Gianluca Zambrotta that promotes inclusion through football for children and young people with high-functioning autism or intellectual disabilities.
Fondazione Francesca Rava – NPH Italia ETS
A foundation supporting young people in vulnerable situations. “Palla al Centro” is a sport and education programme focused on the social and professional reintegration of young detainees at Milan’s Beccaria juvenile detention centre.
Agorà 97
A social cooperative managing residential communities and support programmes for people with disabilities. “Casa di Gabri e Luca” supports children with very severe disabilities and provides assistance to families, including at home.
Fondazione Italiana Diabete ETS
It supports research, prevention and awareness on diabetes in order to improve people’s quality of life. The “Sofia Filippini Scholarship” is dedicated to young specialists involved in type 1 diabetes research.
Fondazione Maria Letizia Verga ETS
It supports treatment and research for paediatric leukaemia and onco-haematological diseases. Through “Sport Therapy”, it integrates physical activity into treatment pathways to support recovery.
Amor Infinito by Diego
An association that helps children and young people through education and sport. It promotes solidarity projects and educational opportunities, also with the support of sports ambassadors.
Real Eyes Sport
An association founded by Daniele Cassioli that uses sport as a tool for independence and personal development for children and young people with disabilities. Through “Spazio al Gesto” in Bosisio Parini, it offers structured motor and educational experiences and opens its activities to motor disabilities as well.
