If you want to be a good football captain, you must be ready for many responsibilities. Football Captains are role models for their teammates, they lead by example, and are there when things get tough to lead and guide the team. Being a captain isn’t just about wearing the armband and shouting; it’s about playing well, getting the best out of your teammates, having the respect of your peers, and positively influencing the rest of the group. There are many types of captains in different sports, some are vocal leaders, and others keep their heads down and lead by example. But no matter what ..read more

Becoming a professional footballer can be an absolute dream for many young players. Unfortunately, less than 0.5% of all footballers turn professional. To become pro you have to stand out in against thousands of other young players with the exact same dream as you. So, how to become a footballer at 13 requires a clear direction and focus. You need to do these things in order; Join a local team, Find your natural playing position, Set your goals, Dedicate as much time as you can to Football training, Watch your diet, Get Football Fit, work on your football mindset, create a football CV and ap ..read more

How do I get my son into a football academy is a question that almost every parent of a footballer will have. The quality of football academies is improving all the time allowing players to focus on their studies whilst also completing a full football development program at the same time. Sending your child to a football academy can be intimidating and there can be so many options that it might be hard to decide how, and where to take your child, to give them the best experience possible. After 30 years in the professional game at the top level and have seen many players make it to the top bu ..read more

So many young players dream about getting into a football academy, but with so many players, clubs, academies and routes that players take to get into the Premier League it might seem like an impossible task. So, how to get into a Football Academy in England? There are 5 ways to get into an academy. You can apply directly, be scouted, attend football trials, play for a school with good links to pro clubs or be seen and recommended by your football coach. In this article, we will take you through everything you need to know about how to get into a football academy in England and give yoursel ..read more

Football is an amazing game that requires so many areas to become a world-class or even top-league player. High levels of athleticism, concentration, commitment, and physical strength are some of the basics to name just a few. So what football attributes do you will need to be World Class Player? Packed with FREE GUIDES to develop your game and working through the most important football attributes. Here are the 13 most important football attributes that every aspiring footballer should have and develop today. Coachability The first Football attribute that every good football player must hav ..read more

How to be a professional footballer is a question that every young player asks, but do you know what it takes to make it? We are here to help! After 30 years+ in the professional game we have everything you need to know to become a professional footballer this year! In this guide we walk you through our 23 Tips on how to be a professional footballer. At the end of the article with x3 FREE Guides to help develop your game and take your football to the next level, so be sure not to miss them!! 1. Set Achievable Goals Setting goals directs effort and attention towards goal-related act ..read more

The question, what do coaches look for in football trials, is one that you should know the answer to as a player. The answer to this question will empower you to develop the EXACT areas that are required to impress the coaches & potentially get selected! During a football trial, you may also need help setting yourself apart from players with similar football skills. Regardless of your age, there is nothing better than being scouted by a coach for your talent, so let’s find out exactly what scouts are after, what specific positional attributes are required and how you can work on them to ..read more

Football scouts are always on the lookout for great young players. They are looking for players who show promise as future stars. They look for players with the skills and ability to one day play football at the highest professional level, who love the game and who show the desire to work hard to improve their skills. As the parent of a young player, it can be hard to know what your son or daughter should focus on if they have ambitions to be scouted by a professional football team. Therefore using our experience of more than 30 years in professional football we have put together everythin ..read more

Have you ever wondered how to get scouted in football and what you need to do to stand out? You’re not alone. Thousands of boys would love to be scouted by a professional team but don’t know what they need to do to increase their chances of success. The prospect of getting scouted in football can be the driving force for many footballers. After 30 years in the professional game, with football scouts and professional footballers on our team, we are here to tell you EXACTLY what you need to know about how to get scouted in football. Find your playing position in the table of contents below an ..read more

The goalkeeper mindset goes hand in hand with performance. The goalkeeping fraternity is littered with success stories. However, not all goalkeepers can be David De Gea, Kasper Schmeichel or Allison. For every hero, hundreds of others are never given a chance to make their breakthrough in the first team. Therefore, as a young goalkeeper, you could ask yourself whether you are good enough. Sometimes it might frustrate you and bring you self-doubt, But how do you deal with such situations as a young goalkeeper is critical to you becoming a top pro in the game. It is clear developing a stron ..read more