Welcome to the home of the Menza Cup 2026.
Inspired by the World Cup 2026, the wonderful Szabi at Menza Cafe is organising Henley’s first Menza summer football tournament, and we are thrilled he has chosen to do this in support of The Chiltern Centre and their 26 in ’26 challenge!
How does it fit I hear you ask? As well as being inspired by the ’26 World Cup the teams will be playing 52 minute games; 2 halves of 26 minutes!
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What you need to know before you register your team.
- This is a men’s football tournament for 2026
- Matches will be 8 a side – you can register a team of up to 12 players
- Tournament is designed for adults and players must be 30 years or over (Menza will accept a maximum of 2 players aged 18 – 30)
- You will be asked for a team name when registering. You will also be asked for players names (don’t worry if you don’t have all of the names yet)
- Match days are 6th June, 13th June, 20th June, 27th of June, 11th July semi-finals, 18th July final
- The First 2 teams qualify from the groups to the playoffs
- If a team doesn’t show up for the game it will be awarded 3:0 victory for the other team
- If two teams have the same point the goal difference will decide and then the number of goals they scored
- Each game is 2x26min
- Working with FA registered referees
- All the games will be played with FIFA approved balls
- Team fee £250
The Chiltern Centre is dedicated to supporting young adults with learning disabilities. They may also have physical disabilities and/or complex medical needs. We offer each individual a range of experiences, enabling them to spend time with friends, learn new skills and enjoy new opportunities, whilst their families enjoy a much-needed break. Vitally, we provide invaluable continuity of support and care between teen and adult years.
Each young adult has a unique range of needs and wishes that we are ideally placed to support them with. We encourage them to learn new skills, build towards greater independence, make friends and have fun. By focusing on choice, and the individual needs of each young adult, they gain confidence and self-esteem and experience greater joy in their lives.
The Chiltern Centre provides a safe space to form friendships and do things that might never normally be accessible to them. They are able to feel part of a community, to feel the confidence that comes from doing things that are new, different and exciting. They are able to have independence from their family. They are able to socialise with people of similar ages and with whom they share interests. Through careful timetabling, we are able to ensure that young adults come to the Centre alongside others with whom they share a bond, an interest or a rapport so that they truly enjoy their time with us. They are able to learn new independence skills that will set them up for the next stage of their lives. They are able to share meals, enjoy a relaxed evening and do crafts together. They are able to get out and about and enjoy all that the local area has to offer.
