The trials will serve as the first step in the selection of players for SUFC’s upcoming Residential Academy, which aims to provide young football players with elite training and guidance in a supportive environment. The Academy will offer a comprehensive programme that is designed to support the development of players, both on and off the field. The programme is structured to ensure that players receive exceptional value, with access to modern facilities and expert coaching, to develop players not only as footballers, but also as well-rounded individuals who will be provided with a pathway for a professional career at a competitive fee structure.

To find talented players, SUFC is holding open trials across multiple cities. The trials will be held on February 15, 2025, at the Ulsoor facility in Bengaluru, followed by trials on March 1st and 2nd at Bavdhan and Kharadi in Pune, respectively. These trials are open to boys aged 11 to 18 years who are keen to showcase their skills and secure a place in the Academy’s comprehensive development programme. All young footballers in this age group are welcome to take part in these trials.

Mr. Mohamed Rafik, CEO of South United Football Club, encouraged young footballers to participate in the trials, “We welcome all aspiring and eligible footballers to come showcase their skills and be part of an exciting journey at the SUFC Residential Academy. These trials offer young players the opportunity to train in a professional setup at a state-of-the-art facility in the heart of the city. If you have the passion and determination to take your game to the next level, we invite you to join us and take the first step towards a promising footballing career.”

To register for the SUFC Residential Academy trials, visit the SUFC website or click here.

The SUFC Residential Academy is designed to serve as a home for future footballers to bridge the gap between grassroots training and professional development. With a FIFA standard facility, world-class curriculum, position-specific analysis, and licensed coaches, the Academy will provide its resident players with an unparalleled training experience and support to help them compete in renowned tournaments.

The focus of the SUFC Residential Academy goes beyond football training. It will provide holistic development through life skills training, emotional development, and career counselling. The SUFC Residential Academy will ensure that students receive a balanced academic education alongside their athletic training, following a recognized educational curriculum. The Academy features a well-equipped campus that includes a gym, physiotherapy centre, video analysis rooms, and comfortable living spaces. The players will also have access to specific diet plans that will cater to their personal needs and development. Located on its own safe and well-equipped campus, the Academy includes spaces for football, wellness, and recreation, along with brands like PUMA India, Maverick & Farmer Coffee, Cult.Fit - MultiFit, Tagda Raho, and more to enhance the experience.

Since 2012, South United Football Club has trained more than 13,000 football players and achieved significant milestones, including participation in the 2nd Division I-League, multiple (four times) top two finishes in the BDFA Super Division and being the champions of the BDFA ‘A’ Division. SUFC also has three Elite Youth teams in the Under-13, Under-15, and Under-17 categories, along with a Senior Men’s team. The launch of the Residential Academy is a significant step in SUFC’s vision to build a sustainable football ecosystem in India, where players, coaches, and professionals can thrive and excel in the sport.

To know more about the SUFC Residential Academy, contact us on +91 82962 81556.

ABOUT SOUTH UNITED FOOTBALL CLUB

In 2012, when South United Football Club was first established, we competed in the I-League Second Division that very year. We have consistently performed at the highest level of football in Karnataka and have achieved this through a focus on young athletes and the development of local talent.

Our goal with South United Football Club is to actively contribute to the Indian Footballing Movement and enable our nation’s youth to consider a career in the game a viable option. In addition to our academies in Bangalore, we have spread our wings and opened four training centres in Maharashtra, with three in Pune and one in Solapur.

We are determined to be a part of the game at multiple levels to achieve this, from setting up academies and exceptional infrastructure in the country to conducting sports events and programs and reaching out to underprivileged children through our Foundation while playing football competitively.