#25 How to be a professional footballer, by some of the best players in the game

    #25 How to be a professional footballer, by some of the best players in the game

    After numerous interviews with some of the best footballers on the planet, we have gained some insight into their careers and how they made it as professionals. We’ve spoken to Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale, Cesc Fàbregas, David Beckham, Deli Alli, John Stone, Joe Hart, Steven Gerrard, Rio Ferdinand, Kevin De Bruyne, Renato Sanches and many more. What is

    Read full article...>>


    UNDER 21 FOOTBALL TRIALS - LATEST FOOTBALL TRIALS FOR PLAYERS UNDER 21 YEARS OF AGE

    How to become a professional footballer at Manchester City

    So, you want to become a professional footballer? Well you’ve come to the right place because we've got everything you need to know about turning pro

    About Manchester City Talent ID Scouts

    Academy scouts are registered with the Premier League and have been CRB checked. The Academy carries out regular

    Mancheetr City Academy Contact Details

    A Football Academy is developed in order to invest in upcoming footballing talent and provide the network, coaching, health and lifestyle advice that each player needs to make a

    About Manchester City Academy

    A Football Club Academy develops talented young footballers from the age of 8 to 18yrs. The Academy employs a large team of staff to identify, recruit, coach, develop and support approximately....

    How do I know if a Manchester City Academy scout has been to watch me?

    Unfortunately, you may never know. Scouts are not always in club kit as the presence of a scout may put unnecessary pressure on the players, making them...

    Do Manchester City run open trials, and how do I get a trial?

    We always watch players at their local clubs or schools before inviting them for a trial. Therefore, if you write in for a trial, you should always include a

    Manchester City Under-23s and Academy

    The Academy was created to train and develop players from the age of eight right up to the age of...

    I keep contacting Manchester City, but never seem to get invited in. What can I do to get scouted?

    Football is a hugely competitive profession in which to ‘make it’. Obviously talent is required, but it takes real resilience and determination to be successful in the game. Some people are noticed...

    Manchester City Football Academy – Our Vision

    To be one of the world’s leading football Clubs renowned for a strong association with its community and a long tradition of developing young talent that...

    What does it take to be spotted by a Manchester City academy scout?

    What are scouts looking for from young players on a Sunday morning? Which attributes, personality traits and raw skills set kids on the road to footballing stardom?

    2025 2026 PRO FOOTBALL TRIAL DAYS - DATES

    FOOTBALL TRIALS