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AF Global Football Academy — Uniting Excellence across academics and football

AF Global is a programme with worldwide recognition, redefining convention by integrating elite football development with academic excellence

We partner with world-leading independent boarding schools and higher education institutions across the UK and Spain, equipping young global talent for professional football, industry careers, and future success

Elite football training with UEFA-licensed coaches at AF Global Football Academy
Student-athletes combining education and football at AF Global in UK and Spain

We develop talented young individuals aged 7–18+ who aspire to excel in football while receiving a high-level academic education and dedicated support to shape their future

ACADEMIA FOOTBALL FUTURES.

ACADEMIA FOOTBALL FUTURES.

ACADEMIA FOOTBALL FUTURES.

ACADEMIA FOOTBALL FUTURES. ACADEMIA FOOTBALL FUTURES. ACADEMIA FOOTBALL FUTURES.

Over 230 academy graduates progressing to pro clubs and universities
  • MULTIPLE GLOBAL ACADEMIES

    MULTIPLE GLOBAL ACADEMIES

  • WORLD-LEADING BOARDING SCHOOLS

    WORLD-LEADING BOARDING SCHOOLS

  • PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL GLOBAL OUTREACH

    PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL GLOBAL OUTREACH

  • PIONEERING FUTURES PROGRAMME

    PIONEERING FUTURES PROGRAMME

OUR PILLARS

We exclusively partner with the best independent boarding schools and higher education institutions, offering world leading academic programmes combined with holistic growth and resilience

OUR PILLARS - ACADEMIA

Our football programme has a proven track record of producing professional players, built on an innovative philosophy committed to individual development

Our pioneering programme has dedication to individual pathways, built through elite mentorship, career workshops with high level businesses and people, creating real-world opportunities that lead to lasting success

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