The Kit Kat Football Showcase
5 Jul - 7 Jul SAST (+02:00)
Generations School Tarako - Modderfontein
Details
KIT KAT DREAM TEAM FOOTBALL SHOWCASE 2026
5-7 July 2026
The Kit Kat Dream Team Football Showcase is a three-day elite football identification and development experience designed to provide players with a professional football environment while offering genuine opportunities for advancement within the game.
The showcase combines traditional scouting methods, professional coaching expertise, AI-powered performance analysis, and competitive match play to identify and reward the country's top emerging talent.
Organised by renowned football development specialist Stan Matthews, alongside South African football icons Gavin Hunt and Bongani Khumalo, the event aims to provide every participant with meaningful feedback, professional exposure, and a comprehensive player development experience.
Event Vision
To create South Africa's most innovative football talent identification platform by combining elite football expertise, technology, education, and international opportunities.
The showcase is built around the belief that every player deserves access to professional-level assessment and an opportunity to be discovered.
Event Leadership
Stan Matthews
26 years of experience developing South African football, including his work with the SuperSport United Academy.
Gavin Hunt
Four-time PSL championship-winning coach and one of South Africa's most successful football managers.
Bongani Khumalo
Former Bafana Bafana captain and FIFA World Cup player with extensive international playing experience.
Showcase Structure
Over the three days, players will rotate through a series of football-specific stations designed to assess every aspect of their game.
Stations
Fitness Assessment
Professional testing to evaluate athletic qualities including speed, agility, endurance, movement efficiency, and physical readiness.
Recovery Station
Players will learn professional recovery techniques while benefiting from recovery protocols throughout the event.
Competitive 7-a-Side Matches
All players will participate in high-intensity competitive matches running through the Kick ID platform, allowing performances to be captured and analysed.
Skills Zone
Technical challenges and football-specific exercises designed to assess individual ability and execution under pressure.
Video Classroom Sessions
Interactive educational sessions where players review football concepts, match situations, and individual performance insights.
Every Player Receives
Every registered participant receives:
- 5 Competitive 7-a-Side Matches
- AI Performance Analysis Report
- Professional Video Highlights Package
- Individual Feedback from Coaches
- Official Showcase Soccer Jersey on Arrival
- Hampers, Drinks and Snacks
- Scouting Exposure to Gavin Hunt and Bongani Khumalo
Unlike traditional tournaments, every player leaves with tangible performance information and professional feedback to assist their development journey.
Talent Identification Process
Players will be assessed through a combination of:
Traditional Scouting
- Technical ability
- Tactical understanding
- Decision making
- Match intelligence
- Coachability
- Competitive mentality
AI Performance Analysis
Advanced football technology will be used to capture and analyse player actions throughout matches, providing objective performance data and identifying key trends.
This dual evaluation process ensures players are assessed through both expert football insight and modern performance analytics.
Top Performer Rewards
The showcase is designed to reward outstanding performance.
Team Selection
Legends Selection
The Top 7 Teams will be selected by the event's football legends and coaching panel based on overall performance throughout the showcase.
AI Selection
The Top 7 Teams will also be selected through AI analysis, recognising teams whose performances stand out statistically and tactically.
International Opportunity
Madrid Football Experience
Two standout players will receive an opportunity to travel to Madrid, Spain, for a football showcase experience.
This prize is intended to expose talented players to an international football environment and provide an opportunity to showcase their abilities abroad.
Elite High-Performance School Selection
Exceptional performers may be selected for placement within an elite high-performance football development environment, creating a pathway for continued growth and exposure.
Additional Awards
- Hampers for winners
- Sponsored prizes
- Individual recognition awards
- Performance awards
- Team awards
Event Partners
The showcase is proudly supported by:
- Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa
- Gillette
- Powerade
- Valpré
- Kick ID
Registration
Cost:
R2,400 per player
Entry Options
- Register as an Individual
- Register as a Team
Limited spaces are available to ensure every participant receives a high-quality experience and meaningful assessment.
Expected Outcomes
The Kit Kat Dream Team Football Showcase is expected to:
- Identify South Africa's top emerging talent.
- Provide players with professional-level performance feedback.
- Create international football opportunities.
- Educate players on modern football performance standards.
- Connect aspiring players with elite football decision-makers.
- Reward excellence through both human expertise and advanced technology.
The event offers far more than a tournament. It provides every participant with professional analysis, meaningful exposure, educational experiences, and the opportunity to take a significant step forward in their football journey.
Information
Open to all players from 6 years+
Organiser
The Football Union
ALL EVENTS BY THIS ORGANISERInformation
Open to all players from 6 years+
Organiser
The Football Union
ALL EVENTS BY THIS ORGANISERInfo
KIT KAT DREAM TEAM FOOTBALL SHOWCASE 2026
5-7 July 2026
The Kit Kat Dream Team Football Showcase is a three-day elite football identification and development experience designed to provide players with a professional football environment while offering genuine opportunities for advancement within the game.
The showcase combines traditional scouting methods, professional coaching expertise, AI-powered performance analysis, and competitive match play to identify and reward the country's top emerging talent.
Organised by renowned football development specialist Stan Matthews, alongside South African football icons Gavin Hunt and Bongani Khumalo, the event aims to provide every participant with meaningful feedback, professional exposure, and a comprehensive player development experience.
Event Vision
To create South Africa's most innovative football talent identification platform by combining elite football expertise, technology, education, and international opportunities.
The showcase is built around the belief that every player deserves access to professional-level assessment and an opportunity to be discovered.
Event Leadership
Stan Matthews
26 years of experience developing South African football, including his work with the SuperSport United Academy.
Gavin Hunt
Four-time PSL championship-winning coach and one of South Africa's most successful football managers.
Bongani Khumalo
Former Bafana Bafana captain and FIFA World Cup player with extensive international playing experience.
Showcase Structure
Over the three days, players will rotate through a series of football-specific stations designed to assess every aspect of their game.
Stations
Fitness Assessment
Professional testing to evaluate athletic qualities including speed, agility, endurance, movement efficiency, and physical readiness.
Recovery Station
Players will learn professional recovery techniques while benefiting from recovery protocols throughout the event.
Competitive 7-a-Side Matches
All players will participate in high-intensity competitive matches running through the Kick ID platform, allowing performances to be captured and analysed.
Skills Zone
Technical challenges and football-specific exercises designed to assess individual ability and execution under pressure.
Video Classroom Sessions
Interactive educational sessions where players review football concepts, match situations, and individual performance insights.
Every Player Receives
Every registered participant receives:
- 5 Competitive 7-a-Side Matches
- AI Performance Analysis Report
- Professional Video Highlights Package
- Individual Feedback from Coaches
- Official Showcase Soccer Jersey on Arrival
- Hampers, Drinks and Snacks
- Scouting Exposure to Gavin Hunt and Bongani Khumalo
Unlike traditional tournaments, every player leaves with tangible performance information and professional feedback to assist their development journey.
Talent Identification Process
Players will be assessed through a combination of:
Traditional Scouting
- Technical ability
- Tactical understanding
- Decision making
- Match intelligence
- Coachability
- Competitive mentality
AI Performance Analysis
Advanced football technology will be used to capture and analyse player actions throughout matches, providing objective performance data and identifying key trends.
This dual evaluation process ensures players are assessed through both expert football insight and modern performance analytics.
Top Performer Rewards
The showcase is designed to reward outstanding performance.
Team Selection
Legends Selection
The Top 7 Teams will be selected by the event's football legends and coaching panel based on overall performance throughout the showcase.
AI Selection
The Top 7 Teams will also be selected through AI analysis, recognising teams whose performances stand out statistically and tactically.
International Opportunity
Madrid Football Experience
Two standout players will receive an opportunity to travel to Madrid, Spain, for a football showcase experience.
This prize is intended to expose talented players to an international football environment and provide an opportunity to showcase their abilities abroad.
Elite High-Performance School Selection
Exceptional performers may be selected for placement within an elite high-performance football development environment, creating a pathway for continued growth and exposure.
Additional Awards
- Hampers for winners
- Sponsored prizes
- Individual recognition awards
- Performance awards
- Team awards
Event Partners
The showcase is proudly supported by:
- Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa
- Gillette
- Powerade
- Valpré
- Kick ID
Registration
Cost:
R2,400 per player
Entry Options
- Register as an Individual
- Register as a Team
Limited spaces are available to ensure every participant receives a high-quality experience and meaningful assessment.
Expected Outcomes
The Kit Kat Dream Team Football Showcase is expected to:
- Identify South Africa's top emerging talent.
- Provide players with professional-level performance feedback.
- Create international football opportunities.
- Educate players on modern football performance standards.
- Connect aspiring players with elite football decision-makers.
- Reward excellence through both human expertise and advanced technology.
The event offers far more than a tournament. It provides every participant with professional analysis, meaningful exposure, educational experiences, and the opportunity to take a significant step forward in their football journey.