(MENAFN- qcomms) Aldar Education, in partnership with Manchester City, proudly unveils The Aldar Education Football School, setting a new standard for sports education in the region. This landmark collaboration- the first at this scale in Abu Dhabi and of its kind with Manchester— City — will offer gifted footballers across Aldar Education network of schools access to world-class coaching.
Top male and female players at U11, U13, and U15 age groups across all Aldar Education network of schools, were selected for an exclusive training experience under UEFA-qualified Manchester City coaches. Through this unique partnership- which includes full-time Manchester City coaches in Aldar Education schools on a daily basis- players will benefit from the 'Beautiful Football' philosophy that Manchester City have honed through decades of experience at the elite end of the game. This philosophy, combined with Manchester City's elite coaching methodology and skills development programmes, will provide students with exposure to professional football pathways.
Players at The Aldar Education Football School will be challenged through high-quality fixtures and tours over the coming season, competing at the highest level and testing their skills against elite competition. Students will earn their place in the Football School through annual trials, with awards planned for the end of each season to recognise achievement and progression.
Commenting on the launch, Sahar Cooper, CEO of Aldar Education,“said: “in our ongoing pursuit of academic excellence, we remain equally committed to the development of the whole person, both inside and outside the classroom. This is why we consistently seek to partner with the very best in their fields, ensuring our students are equipped with the right tools and opportunities to follow the pathways that lead to their aspirations. We are delighted with this significant partnership with Manchester City, which reflects our dedication to providing world-class experiences that inspire and empower our learners.”

Simon Hewitt, Head of Football for MENA, sai“ “The Aldar Education Football School is another example of Manchester City & Aldar Education coming together to enhance the communities of Abu Dhabi. We are delighted to be providing this opportunity to a wider audience of young players and allowing them to express themselves, have fun, make new friends and strive for excellence. We hope to see these young players inspiring more generations as the partnership continues in the years to c”me.”

Recognising the need to challenge and nurture exceptional sporting talent beyond traditional school programmes, Aldar Education partnered with Manchester City, with the aim to elevate football coaching standards across all its schools, positively nurturing its most gifted players.

The Football Schoolexemplifies Aldar Education’s ongoing commitment to nurturing the whole person beyond academics while supporting the U’E’s vision of becoming a global hub for sporting excellence and youth development.

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