CIFA Football Academy

Focus: Core technical excellence

Overview:
At this stage, players focus on improving fundamental football skills with more structure. Training emphasizes correct technique, spatial awareness, and developing the mindset needed for team play.

Key Skills & Activities:

• Technical skills: First touch, passing, shooting, and dribbling under pressure
• Movement & positioning: Learning where to be on the pitch and how to support teammates
• Match play: Small-sided games, practice matches, and tournament-style games
• Problem-solving: Making decisions quickly, understanding tactics at a basic level
• Physical development: Age-appropriate fitness, agility drills, and balance exercises

Outcome:
Players develop strong technical skills, understand the basics of strategy, and gain confidence in competitive play.