The 3v3 Northern Ireland Nationals is our flagship annual event — the biggest and most prestigious 3v3 competition in Northern Ireland.
It will take place every year in June, giving young players across the country a clear goal to work towards.
This is where the very best young players and teams come together to compete at the highest level on AirPitches.
Throughout the year we run a series of local qualifiers across Northern Ireland.
The top teams from these qualifiers earn their place at the 3v3 Northern Ireland Nationals.
At the Nationals, every match counts. The winners don’t just take home trophies and medals — they earn the right to represent Northern Ireland on the bigger stage.
Winning the 3v3 Northern Ireland Nationals opens the door to:
The 3v3 Nations Cup — an international-style tournament featuring the best teams from Northern Ireland, England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.
The 3v3 UK Nationals at the AO Arena in Manchester (this year on Saturday 29th August 2026) — one of the UK’s biggest and most prestigious indoor 3v3 events.
This pathway is only available through 3v3 Northern Ireland, as we are the official 3v3 license holders and exclusive partner of 3v3 UK in Northern Ireland.
This is a genuine pathway. From your local pitch → qualifier → Northern Ireland Nationals → competing against the best from across the UK and Ireland on some of football’s most exciting stages.
The first ever 3v3 Northern Ireland Nationals will take place in June 2027.
The 3v3 Northern Ireland Nationals is more than just a tournament, it’s the start of something bigger for the next generation of NI footballers.
Ready to be part of it?