South United FC Announces Trials in Pune for their Residential Academy in Bangalore

by Chittu Shetty February 28, 2025

South United Football Club has announced its next set of trials for its new Residential Academy, which will be held in Pune.

The trials will take place at the Club’s facilities in Bavdhan and Kharadi on March 1^st and 2^nd, respectively, providing young footballers in Pune a chance to be selected for SUFC’s upcoming Residential Academy in Bangalore. 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.

The SUFC Residential Academy, based in Bengaluru, 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.

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 Bengaluru. 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.

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