In the context of the Lisbon Autumn Sports Festival, the city of Lisbon was the stage for a major celebration of youth sport this past weekend, as two international tournaments ran side by side in the Portuguese capital: the 7th edition of the Lisbon Football Youth Cup and the debut edition of the Portugal Rugby Youth Festival Autumn Series. Over 1,700 young athletes took part in these two-day events, which showcased not only competition but also the spirit of community and international friendship.