American High School Football - Texas vs. North Carolina · Dublin · Aug 28, 2026

Grapevine Faith (TX) vs. Ambassador Christian (NC) at 3:00 PM in the 2026 G.I.F.T. Event. Gates will open to all ticketholders beginning at 10:30 AM. The Global Ireland Football Tournament (G.I.F.T.) dates back to 2012, when 12 teams decided to travel to the Emerald Isle and showcase their talents. Since 2012, the G.I.F.T. event has welcomed 70 different school teams from 13 different states and four nations. 2026 will mark the 7th installment as two U.S. high schools will play on August 28 in Energia Park, the day before TCU plays UNC in Aviva Stadium. Flag Football games will also be held throughout the day, beginning at 11:00 AM, featuring the best 8 teams from all of Ireland. Flag Championship game to follow the American Football tackle game. A portion of these proceeds will go to the historic St. James Gate FC, in Dublin, IE.