International Academy

EMC Academy x Glacis United International Academy

We are delighted to be teaming up with Glacis United FC which will see a partnership between our Academy and Glacis kick off a brand new U23 Academy. 

The academy will be run by UEFA A Licence coach and Glacis Utd first team Manager, Jonny Elwood, and will train at the Gibraltar national team stadium, The Europa Point Stadium. 

The EMC Academy x Glacis United International Academy offers a professional football development pathway designed to give players the opportunity to grow in a high-level environment.

The program provides UEFA A standard training, ensuring that players are coached using elite methods and modern football development practices. Players will train at world-class facilities and gain valuable experience that can help them progress in their football careers. The academy also offers players the opportunity to sign a professional contract and the chance to play in a professional league as well as a professional U23 league, giving them real and competitive exposure at a high level.

In addition, players have the opportunity to obtain a Transfermarkt profile, helping increase their visibility within the global football market. Players can also gain media exposure through Catrino TV, allowing their performances to be showcased to a wider audience.

Another key benefit of the program is the opportunity to train alongside the first team, giving developing players the chance to learn directly from senior professionals and experience the standards required at the top level of the game.

Together, these opportunities create a comprehensive environment where talented players can develop, gain exposure, and pursue a professional football career.

Contact us for more information - international@emc-academy.co.uk


2026 TRIAL DATES

An exciting opportunity awaits ambitious players at our International Football Academy U23 Trials.

We are searching for talented, dedicated footballers who are ready to take their game to the next level in a professional, high-performance environment.

Our trials offer players the chance to showcase their ability in front of experienced coaches, compete against other top prospects, and potentially earn a place in our elite development programme designed to prepare athletes for professional and semi-professional football. With world-class training methods, competitive matches, and pathways to clubs and scouts across multiple countries, this is your chance to prove your talent and pursue your football dream on an international stage.

Limited trial places are available, so register now and take the first step toward your future in the game.

  • Thursday 21st - Friday 22nd May 2026
  • Monday 15th - Tuesday 16th June 2026
  • Wednesday 1st - Thursday 2nd July 2026

For more information and to book your trial please email:

international@emc-academy.co.uk


Latest News

Defying convention
Defying convention

EMC's statement on why we will not be

adopting the FA 3v3 matchday

model for the upcoming season.

TRIALS
TRIALS

IMPORTANT TRIAL INFORMATION

Dates now announced for trials for all age groups - U7 to U18

Scholarship Trials
Scholarship Trials

⚽️ Our next scholar trials will be taking place during the Easter break ⚽️

Friday 17th April @ 6:30pm

Mascalls Academy, TN12 6LT

Contact enquiries@emc-academy.co.uk to book your trial!

From One Ball to Many: A Small Story That Meant a Lot
From One Ball to Many: A Small Story That Meant a Lot

When Chris, our Head of Recruitment, headed out to the border between Thailand and Myanmar, it wasn’t meant to be anything dramatic—just a chance to spend some time seeing a different part of the world.

But one moment stuck with him.

While visiting a local refugee school, he joined the kids during their break. As you’d expect, they all ran straight out to play football.

 

WHAT THE PROS ARE SAYING

"Having previously worked with Jonny, and seen first hand the methods used by EMC Academy I would highly recommend them to any player in the Kent area looking for elite coaching."

TQ Addy - Luton Town FC

"Having worked with both Jonny and Henry last season I know their game knowledge is right up there with the best in the business. I am grateful for the time they invested in helping me at a key stage in my development. Both have great man-management techniques to match their technical knowledge, I really enjoyed my time working with them and hope to do so again in the future."

Kasper Lopata - Sheffield United FC and Poland Under 21s

"I've recently worked alongside some of the staff from EMC Academy and have personally witnessed the professionalism and attention to detail of their training programme. The concept and opportunities they are providing in their full-time Academy provide youngsters with a marvellous opportunity to fulfil their dreams of becoming a professional player. I cannot recommend them highly enough!"

Alan Bennett - Former Republic of Ireland international

"The EMC Academy coaching is top class. Very professional and supportive.

It helped me so much. I'm thankful for everything."

Motiejus Burba - FK Zalgiris

Get In Touch