Objective 2.1: Education and lifelong learning

Football across border and more

The project promotes youth cooperation in the Hungary-Serbia border area through joint sports activities, green initiatives, and infrastructure upgrades. Over 330 participants will engage in football camps, tournaments, and family events, fostering inclusion and partnerships. Post-project, annual joint sports events will sustain cooperation.

Basic Data:

Acronym: FAB 2

Project Title: Football across border and more

Project ID: HUSRB/23S/31/040

Total Project budget: EUR 226 800

EU contribution (IPA): EUR 192 780

Start Date: 01 September 24

End Date: 31 December 2025

Lead Partner: Bordány Sportkör, Bordány (HU)

Other Partners: 

P1: "Vinogradar" Football Club, Hajdukovo (RS)

 

Contact:

Email: bordanysportkor@gmail.com

 
Project Description:

The project aims to foster cooperation among young people in the Hungary-Serbia border region by organizing joint sports activities and events, promoting social inclusion and interregional relationships.

Central to the project are football-related activities such as joint training camps, tournaments for boys and girls, and family days, as well as green initiatives like tree planting and selective waste management. Infrastructure enhancements, including modernizing the Vinogradar football club facilities and equipping them with solar boilers and containers, ensure sustainable and equal access to sports.

The project will involve over 330 participants in joint actions and enhance cooperation between football clubs, coaches, and the broader community. By supporting sustainable practices and promoting healthy lifestyles, the project builds lasting partnerships and inspires inclusion, particularly targeting youth from marginal or remote areas. It ensures continuity by committing to annual joint sports events post-project, fostering long-term relationships across the border.

(Expected) Results:

Sports Activities:

  • Joint football training camps, tournaments, and family days.
  • Engagement of 330 participants across all events.

Green Initiatives:

  • Tree planting and selective waste management events (2 each).

Infrastructure Development:

  • Modernization of Vinogradar football club facilities.
  • Purchase of solar boilers and modular containers (dressing room, shower, toilet).

Educational Programs:

  • Trainings for coaches and improved diagnostic systems.

Sustainability:

  • Annual joint sports events involving at least 70 young athletes post-project.
  • Ongoing collaboration between football organizations.

Community Impact:

  • Strengthened relationships among players, families, and local communities.
  • Enhanced sports participation, particularly for youth in marginal areas.