Stars, Sport, and Solidarity: The 2026 Fight AIDS Cup Monaco

JAMESON FARN2 January, 20261 Mins read209

Monaco’s Stade Louis II will once again play host to football with a purpose as the Fight Aids Cup returns on January 24th for its sixth edition.

Blending celebrity, competition, and compassion, the charity match continues to grow into one of the Principality’s most meaningful sporting events.

Kicking off at 3:30pm, the match will see Prince Albert II’s Barbagiuans face off against Princess Stéphanie’s FC Cirque in a lively and entertaining showdown designed to delight fans of all ages. Beyond the goals and good-natured rivalry, the event carries a powerful message of unity and support for people living with HIV.

All proceeds from the match will benefit Fight Aids Monaco, the organisation founded and led by Princess Stéphanie, which works to protect the dignity, rights, and well-being of those affected by HIV. According to Fight AIDS Cup founder Louis Ducruet, the event has evolved far beyond its beginnings. What started as a friendly kickabout has become a true celebration of solidarity, highlighting how sport can bring people together around a shared cause.

This year’s edition introduces a refreshed, more family-friendly format, adding to the festive atmosphere while staying firmly rooted in its humanitarian mission. Tickets are priced at €10 at the door, with free entry offered to holders of tickets for the Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival, which runs at the same time.

With football, famous faces, and a cause that matters, the Fight AIDS Cup is set to make another impactful return to Monaco this January.

CONTACT DETAILS

Stade Louis II
7 Av. des Castelans
98000 Monaco

Tel: +377 92 05 40 21

Web: stadelouis2.mc

PHOTO CREDITS

Lead image © RIVIERA BUZZ
All other images courtesy Fight AIDS Monaco

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JAMESON FARN

Jameson Farn is the owner of Experience The French Riviera, a luxury real estate agency in France, and has been writing articles for European and North American online magazines for over 14 years. Alongside his professional endeavours, he is passionate about the LGBTQ+ community, with a special focus on Gay French Riviera, offering invaluable insights for residents and visitors exploring this breathtaking region.