Torneo Juvenil Sub-18
The Torneo Juvenil Sub-18 is the official Peruvian national football tournament for U-18 teams. The Peruvian Football Federation created the competition in 2025.
History
Background
In 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Torneo de Promoción y Reservas was canceled and was replaced by the Copa Generación Sub-18.Creation
With the inclusion of Liga 3 in the football league system">association football">football league system in 2025, it was a given that the Torneo de Promoción y Reservas would cease to exist. Although it is expected that young players will have more exposure in this new competition, which also includes clubs from Copa Perú and Liga 2, it will not be the only platform for them to showcase their talent. The creation of this Third Division of national football also suggested a reorganization of youth competitions, which will arrive with the Under-18 League, a championship that is also planned for 2025.First edition
Sporting Cristal were crowned Torneo Juvenil Sub-18 champions after a dominant 3–0 victory over Alianza Lima in the second leg of the final at the La Florida training ground. The first leg, played at the Esther Grande de Bentín stadium, had finished in a goalless draw. The 3–0 result allowed the Rimense team, coached by Rubén Díaz, to claim the Torneo Juvenil Sub-18 title and qualify for the 2026 U-20 Copa Libertadores, as well as the 2026 Liga 3.Teams
Stadia and locations
List of champions
| Ed. | Season | Champion | Runner-up | Winning manager | Top scorer |
| 1 | 2025 | Sporting Cristal | Alianza Lima |  |