Northern Ireland legend Pat Jennings has announced a landmark three-year partnership between the SuperCupNI and Budget Energy, which is owned by Flogas, naming the Northern Ireland-based electricity provider as the tournament’s Official Main Partner.
The three-year agreement will see one of the world’s most prestigious youth football tournaments renamed as the Budget Energy SuperCupNI with an option to extend the partnership for an additional two years.
The 2025 Budget Energy SuperCupNI is set to take place from Sunday, 27th July to Friday, 1st August, showcasing over 1,200 players across 60+ boys’ and girls’ teams competing in multiple age groups.
The tournament will feature more than 150 high-level matches, attracting an anticipated 70,000 spectators to venues across Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council, and Mid and East Antrim Borough Council.
Budget Energy, a Flogas-owned company based in Derry~Londonderry, provides cost-effective electricity to over 93,000 homes, farms, and businesses across Northern Ireland.
John Rooney, Managing Director of Budget Energy, added: “Budget Energy is proud to partner with the SuperCupNI and play a key role in the future of this incredible tournament and helping to nurture the next generation of footballing talent.
“This partnership reflects our commitment to supporting youth sport, empowering young people to chase their dreams, and making a meaningful impact in communities across the island of Ireland.
“By partnering with the SuperCupNI, we’re supporting more than just a tournament – we’re creating opportunities for young athletes, delivering unforgettable experiences, and sustaining a legacy that continues to inspire players, fans, and families for generations to come.”
For more information on the Budget Energy SuperCupNI visit www.supercupni.com.
Image: Northern Ireland football legend Pat Jennings with John Conroy, marketing manager, Budget Energy and Flogas, Karl Bradley, marketing executive, Budget Energy alongside aspiring young footballers Alya Axon and Jude Forsythe.