Villarreal FC Invites Young Filipino Football Players to Open Clinic

Villarreal Philippines, the official academy partner of Villarreal CF, is pleased to announce an upcoming open clinic designed to identify and recruit talented young players who will have the potential to represent the country in international football events. The clinic is set to take place at the Alabang Country Club in Muntinlupa City on April 28, 29, and May 1.

The inaugural clinic will be led by Villarreal CF coach Alejandro Márquez, alongside the academy’s staff, who will be tasked with selecting players for Villarreal Philippines Academy teams. Eumir Siao, the director of Villarreal Philippines Academy, has expressed great enthusiasm about introducing internationally recognized football methodologies to the Filipino football scene.

Siao has articulated that the primary objective is to enhance the level of football in the Philippines by concentrating on grassroots development and providing appropriate training and exposure to young Filipino players. The initiative aims to create opportunities for aspiring Filipino footballers to realize their full potential.

Young football enthusiasts who wish to participate in the open clinic can register or obtain additional information about Villarreal Philippines Academy by visiting www.villarrealphilippines.com.

Villarreal Club de Fútbol, renowned for its involvement in LaLiga, achieved victory in the UEFA Europa League in 2021 and notably reached the semifinals of the UEFA Champions League in 2006 and 2022. In addition, the Villarreal CF women’s squad competes in Liga F, the top tier of women’s football in Spain, while the men’s “B” team plays in LaLiga Hypermotion, the second division of Spanish football.

The youth academy of Villarreal CF is highly esteemed and has consistently been rated as one of the best in Spain, with its young talents frequently representing Spain at various age levels. Villarreal Philippines is supported by the full backing and endorsement of the Spanish club, and will be staffed by UEFA-qualified coaches who will be based in the Philippines.

This initiative marks a significant advancement in the development of football in the Philippines, offering the promise of providing opportunities for young Filipino football players to demonstrate their skills on the international stage.