Aboitiz Football Cup Celebrates 25 Years of Inspiring Champions and Strengthening Communities
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Aboitiz Football Cup Celebrates 25 Years of Inspiring Champions and Strengthening Communities
November 6, 2025
Lipa-Malvar, Batangas — The 25th Aboitiz Football Cup, the Philippines’ longest-running grassroots football tournament, officially announced its Luzon regional festivals at Biz Hub at LIMA Estate, uniting young athletes, families, and fans in a celebration of sport, community, and shared passion.
Following the launch of its silver milestone season in Cebu, the Luzon leg—hosted by Aboitiz Economic Estates—continues to expand the reach and impact of the tournament across the country, with simultaneous legs in Batangas and Tarlac.
The Batangas leg will be held at the Aboitiz Pitch—South Luzon’s largest artificial turf and a premier venue for football within LIMA Estate. Matches will run every weekend starting November 22 until December 13, 2025.
A second leg will be hosted at Don Bosco Tarlac on November 29-30, near TARI Estate, Aboitiz Economic Estates’ emerging industrial hub in Central Luzon, home to world-class manufacturers such as Coca-Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines and Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation.
Aboitiz Pitch — a premier venue for sports and community events in Southern Luzon
For 25 years, the Aboitiz Football Cup has remained a platform for young athletes to hone both skill and character instilling the values of discipline, teamwork, and respect that transcend the game. Through its annual football clinic, children from host communities are given access to professional training, building confidence and leadership at an early age.
Beyond the tournament, the Aboitiz Pitch — located within the heart of Biz Hub at LIMA Estate — has evolved into a vibrant community space, hosting sports festivals, school tournaments, and family-friendly events that bring together residents, visitors, and nearby institutions. It reflects Aboitiz Economic Estates’ vision of creating environments where people can work, live, and thrive through meaningful engagement.
Aligned with the Aboitiz Group’s sustainability commitment, this year’s tournament also continues its Wasteless Campaign, encouraging players and spectators to practice responsible waste management and recycling throughout the competition.
Biz Hub at LIMA Estate, the premier Central Business District – south of Metro Manila, showcases how lifestyle, progress, and sustainability can seamlessly come together.
The Aboitiz Football Cup is more than a tournament—it’s a celebration of community. Spaces like the Aboitiz Pitch bring people together and reflect our vision of creating vibrant environments where sports, business, and everyday life connect.
“Through our partnership with local football clubs in Cebu, Batangas, and Tarlac, the Aboitiz Football Cup has given young players a place to grow with pride, discipline, and passion for the game.” sharedRely San Agustin “For the past 25 years, we’ve watched them develop their skills, earn spots in college teams, and even represent the country. Seeing how far they’ve come reminds us why we continue to invest in the next generation of football players.”
Through developments like LIMA Estate in Batangas and TARI Estate in Tarlac, Aboitiz Economic Estates continues to shape integrated destinations where work, lifestyle, and recreation coexist, demonstrating how thoughtfully designed spaces can spark engagement, nurture talent, and build stronger communities.
Now in its 25th year, the Aboitiz Football Cup stands as a lasting symbol of purpose and partnership, empowering young Filipinos to play, learn, and lead with heart.
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