TWO CRESTS - ONE VISION
OFFICIAL PARTNER ACADEMY OF CD LEGANES
THE PARTNERSHIP
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Stadium FC is proud to announce a strategic collaboration with Spanish La Liga club Club Deportivo Leganés. This partnership makes Stadium FC an official partner academy of CD Leganes and aims to revolutionise youth talent development in India by providing a direct bridge to European Youth Development opportunities and to professional football.
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The collaboration focuses on below areas :
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1. International Scholarship Program for the VERY BEST :
Talented and aspiring youth players can participate in “Talent Selection Events” which will be organized by Stadium FC and led by visiting UEFA-Pro coaches from CD Leganes and the very best youth players will be selected for two-week intensive training scholarships at the CD Leganés Academy in Madrid, Spain. The first of such events is planned to be held in May’26 in Bangalore. Selected players will be provided “training scholarship” and will have to bear cost of travel, Boarding & Lodging. Upon return, the players will have an option to continue their long term development journey and become part of Stadium FC Elite long Term Player Development program.
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2. Technical Exchange:
This partnership presents opportunities for stadium FC to send their staff to CD Leganes Youth Academy for first hand learnings on youth development methodology. In addition, it will bring technical support and methodology from the famed and very successful CD Leganes Youth Academy to strengthen Stadium FC’s existing youth programs in India and
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3.Opportunities for Players to Train in Spain:
Stadium FC will facilitate exposure opportunities for talented and aspiring male & female youth football players, at CD Leganes International Academy in Spain for short / long term durations, on competitive costs basis.
4. Elite Events in India:
In coming years, the clubs will co-host scouting clinics, coaching workshops and offer School football programs across India to identify the next generation of talent.
"Our mission at Stadium FC has always been 'One Heart, One Aim.' By partnering with a club of CD Leganés' stature, we are giving our players a tangible ‘Development Pathway' that extends beyond Indian borders," said Renuka Bhatt , spokesperson for Stadium FC. "This isn't just about a trip to Spain; it's about adopting a world-class mindset and bringing that excellence back to Indian soil. Our own Youth programs in India will be strengthened with help from CD Leganes and committed hardworking talented players , who are unable to travel to Spain , can to train with us as part of our “Elite Long Term Player Development Program” right here in India"
CD Leganés, prides itself on hard work and community—values that mirror Stadium FC’s dedication to holistic player growth. Through this agreement, the CD Leganés International Academy will become a second home for India’s brightest football prospects – "Guillermo Gazapo - International Director CD Leganes".
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INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY PROGRAMS IN MADRID - SPAIN
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Stadium FC will facilitate aspiring and talented youth players with exposure opportunities in CD Leganes International Academy program in Madrid-Spain .
Scholarship Program :
"Selection Events" are held across the country and through the year to identify the aspiring and talented youth players who would like to go to the famed CD Leganes Academy program in Spain.
Through participation in such events, 2 players will be selected in age group of 16 years to 19 years and will be offered an opportunity to visit CD Leganes International Academy for 2-week "Training Scholarship" visit. The players will need to cover their costs for Visa, travel, boarding & lodging and the cost of 2 week training will be completely free and borne by the clubs.
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The players can expect an international level of talent exposure and participation opportunities in competitive match as part of CD Leganes Academy teams with other leading clubs in Spain.
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First of such event is planned in May'26 in Bengaluru. Please follow our Instagram page @stadiumfcindia
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Fully Paid programs :
Aspiring players from age 13 and upwards, who couldn't participate in the 'Selection Events' or participated but were not selected for Scholarship , have an option to visit and train at CD Leganes Academy in Madrid - Spain.
Options of Short term and Long term durations starting from 2 weeks to a fulll Annual program ( with education solution) will be offered. Stadium FC will facilitate the complete formalities and the players will be required to bear the full cost of training, travel , boarding & lodging.
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The players can expect an international level of talent exposure and participation opportunities in competitive match as part of CD Leganes Academy teams with other leading clubs in Spain.
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TRAINING PROGRAMS IN INDIA
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Players seeking a highly professional and advanced training program within India have an option of joining the "Stadium FC Elite Player Development program" right here in India !! The program is offered in Bengaluru-India with education and residential options. The players will undergo an annual advanced training & competition program with technical support and methodology input from CD Leganes Youth Academy.
The program is open to all aspiring and talented players in age group of 9 to 19 years who are committed to excel in sport of football and willing to give the time and effort as needed over a Year or more.
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This is also a great option for the players who go on Scholarships to Spain and return back and wish to continue an equally professional and demanding development program in India . By doing this program, the players have a chance to remain in touch with CD Leganes and to try for newer opportunities and scholarships which will keep emerging.​​​​​​​​
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