The Ukrainian Football Association jointly with regional associations announces the start of a nationwide series of seminars on the topic "Philosophy and methodology of the Manchester City Academy."

The UAF will hold seminars in each region of Ukraine, giving local coaches an opportunity to familiarize themselves with the principles of one of the strongest and most progressive football academies in the world.

Each participant will have the chance to gain contemporary knowledge that will contribute to the development of youth and girls' football at both a local and national level.

Coaches wishing to participate in the seminars are asked to contact their regional football associations.

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We remind you that in January of this year, 20 Ukrainian coaches underwent training at one of the most successful clubs in the world — "Manchester City." This became possible thanks to cooperation between the Ukrainian Football Association and an English club, which was officially established in summer 2024.

The internship program included a selection among Ukrainian coaches. Any interested person could apply. Candidates were selected based on these criteria: possession of UEFA coaching licenses C, B or A, experience working with children's and youth teams, as well as the ability to implement innovations in the training process in Ukraine.

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During their internship, Ukrainian coaches had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the contemporary football philosophy of "MC," familiarize themselves with training methods at the club's academy, and visit training facilities for both children's teams and first-team players. Now they will share this knowledge across Ukraine.