What if your you could train like a pro, study like a scholar, and thrive as a person all in the heart of one of the world’s greatest football cities?

That’s exactly what is now possible.
UNIPRO International Football Academy is proud to announce the launch of our brand-new Manchester Academy, opening in September 2026 and applications are officially open.

This new chapter brings our trusted programme to a city that doesn’t just love football, it lives and breathes it. With elite training, academic flexibility, and a complete student-athlete support system, UNIPRO Manchester is built to develop talent on and off the pitch.

Because UNIPRO, we don’t believe students should have to choose between football and education.Football ambition and academic success don’t compete, they work together.

Why Manchester? Why Now?

Manchester is iconic, not just for its clubs, but for the culture, competition, and community that surrounds the game. For players with big dreams, it’s the perfect place to grow, compete, and evolve.

And now, it’s home to our most flexible and future-focused academy yet.

From world-class coaching and state-of-the-art training facilities to vibrant university partnerships and a strong welfare-first culture, UNIPRO Manchester brings together

UNIPRO Manchester is a strategic decision for long-term success.

Flexible Pathways for Every Ambition

We understand that no two journeys are the same. That’s why the Manchester Hub has been purposefully designed to offer multiple academic and athletic routes, so each student-athlete can tailor their experience to their goals, lifestyle, and stage of development:

Manchester-Based University Pathway

Train daily in a professional football environment while studying full-time at one of Manchester’s respected universities.

Online Degrees via GIS or Saint Leo University

Earn a UK or U.S.-accredited degree (with NCAA transfer eligibility) while staying fully integrated in UNIPRO’s UK-based performance programme.

Training-Only Track

Perfect for players focusing on trials, recovering from injury, or preparing for the next step — all while maintaining elite-level training and structure.

Gap Year and Semester Experiences

Use your year wisely. A gap year with UNIPRO isn’t a break, it’s a competitive edge. Train, grow, and return to university stronger, fitter, and more prepared than ever.

Built on Excellence, Resilience, and Development

Our approach has always centred around developing the whole person, not just the player. Every UNIPRO athlete benefits from:

• UEFA-licensed coaching staff
• Individual learning and development plans
• Academic support and flexibility
• Welfare-first mentoring and 1-1 check-ins
• Access to ProWell Athelte Development Prrogramme
• Career and life skills preparation

At the heart of our Manchester Hub is a single mission:
To provide the environment, expertise, and encouragement young athletes need to thrive wherever life takes them.

“Manchester is a city that lives and breathes football and now it’s home to a new chapter of UNIPRO. This academy is here to build futures in one of the world’s most respected football cities. It’s more than training and playing, it’s creating opportunities on and off the pitch.”  Geraldine Jackson – UNIPRO CEO

Official UK Partner of SL Benfica Camps

As part of our long-term commitment to player development, UNIPRO is proud to be the official UK camp provider for SL Benfica — one of Europe’s most respected clubs.

This exclusive collaboration gives players access to Benfica’s world-class coaching methodology, delivered by certified Benfica Academy staff and UNIPRO’s technical leads. It’s just one more way we connect young athletes with the highest levels of football.

Applications Are Now Open

Whether you are preparing for NCAA competition, UK university life, or a future in the football industry your path can start right here, in Manchester.

✅ September 2026 start dates now open
✅ Tailored pathways for UK, U.S., and international student-athletes
✅ Limited spaces — early application is recommended

📅 Or book your 1-1 discovery session with our team today

This is where ambition meets action.

This is UNIPRO Manchester.

Train with purpose.
Study with vision.
Become who you’re meant to be.