Manchester City F.C. and English FA Training Program
Learn from one of the biggest clubs in Europe and its national team
eSoccer offers the opportunity for young players of all ages and levels to experience the youth development approach of one of the biggest clubs in Europe, Manchester City F.C. The club is deeply passionate about developing its young players and sustainability. Come experience the incredible Etihad Campus built on 80 acres of regenerated land. The Campus dedicates two-thirds of its 16.5 pitches to the youth Academy along with tailored coaching and education facilities, top of the line medical and sports science services, sleeping accommodation and facilities for parents.
Manchester City has seen an explosion of success both in the Premier League and in international competition, winning six titles in the last six years. The Etihad Stadium is where world renowned coach Pep Guardiola calls home and manages some of the world’s most talented soccer players like Kevin de Bruyne (Belgium), David Silva (Spain), and Sergio Aguero (Argentina). The Citizens or Blues, as referred to by fans, have consistently contended for League titles and reached the late rounds of elimination in the Champions League.
You will also travel to the Midlands, and train and stay at the state of the art training complex of the English Federation – St. George’s Park. This new home to England ́s 24 national teams has already welcomed over 50 teams from the Premier League and Football League, as well as national and international teams. The facilities include eleven outdoor fields, including a replica of the Wembley surface, a full-size indoor 3G field, a rehabilitation suite and sports science area, and an indoor Futsal sports hall.
“Welcome to St. George’s Park: world class facilities, brilliant people and exceptional service combine to make this a very special place. A haven for personal development, St. George’s Park encourages an ethos of learning, teamwork and leadership and radiates an energy of fitness, human performance and innovation… every minute of every day; a destination of choice, which we hope will inspire all those who visit.”
~ David Sheepshanks, St. George’s Park Chairman