Football Action WAT in Bochum: Free youth tournament at the Falkenheim Klecks
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Football Action in Wattenscheid: The Klecks becomes a small arena
On Friday, June 26, 2026, a free football event for children and teenagers aged 11 to 15 will take place at the Falkenheim Klecks in Bochum-Wattenscheid. From 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM, the area at Bußmanns Weg 14 will transform into a lively meeting point for tournament-like excitement, field tension, and lots of interactive fun. This event is announced as the second edition of Football Action WAT; participation in the tournament is free, but registration is required. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/was-ist-los/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltung/fussball-action-wat-1.html))
Tournament feeling, technique, and team spirit
The focus is on an exciting small-field tournament where young teams can showcase their skills. The format emphasizes speed, short distances, and clean combination play - exactly the mix that creates intense duels, quick transitions, and genuine stadium atmosphere in youth football. Additionally, there will be goal wall shooting, football darts, air hockey, and t-shirt designing as extra stations for all those who want to not only play football but also experience it. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/was-ist-los/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltung/fussball-action-wat-1.html))
A place for football, encounters, and movement
The Falkenheim Klecks is located in Bochum-Westenfeld at Bußmanns Weg 14, 44866 Bochum. The venue is known as a youth center and event location and provides the right setting for an active youth format with its outdoor area. The focus is clearly on participation, fairness, and fun - a mix that especially generates many cheers from young players. ([falken-bochum.de](https://www.falken-bochum.de/falken/einrichtungen?utm_source=openai))
Organization, registration, and clear game rules
Football Action WAT is organized by participants of the Youth Working Group Wattenscheid in collaboration with the fan project. For registration, name, age, team name, and a phone number or email address are required. The registration deadline is June 19, 2026. Anyone who wants to participate should react early, as free participation makes the format particularly attractive. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/was-ist-los/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltung/fussball-action-wat-1.html))
What visitors can expect
Football fans can look forward to a compact, lively youth event with plenty of movement, fair duels, and playful variety. The combination of tournament, technique stations, and creative supporting program makes Football Action WAT an event that connects young sports spirits with real event energy. Anyone wanting to experience youth football up close should not miss this summer highlight in Bochum live. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/was-ist-los/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltung/fussball-action-wat-1.html))
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