"It's even better than I expected..."

Coach (Yianni): “What made you want to step up to this next level of the programme?”

Player: “I got into the NPL with my club this year, which was a big step for me. And with my academy, I’m travelling to Madrid and then to San Sebastián to play in the Donosti Cup.*

Before that, we wanted to see how much I could improve and how fit I could become — so I could really impress while I’m over there.

If you genuinely want to progress in football, I’d recommend this programme. It helps you become stronger, faster, and improve your endurance. So in the last 10–15 minutes of games, when others are knackered, you can still go. That’s when you can pounce, create chances, and score.

When I first joined, I thought, ‘This will be pretty good.’ But it’s been way better than I expected. The training, the support, the way you speak to us and look after us — I really enjoy it.”

When opportunities like tours, tournaments, and higher-level football come around, preparation matters.

The Elite Football Athlete Programme is designed to help players arrive stronger, fitter, and more resilient — so they can stand out in high-pressure environments and perform when others fade late in games.

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