Manchester City Sets Up First Football Academy in India

Manchester City FC has partnered with Techno India Group to establish its first football academy in India, located in Kolkata. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed in London with West Bengal's Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee, present. The academy aims to nurture young talent across India.

Manchester City Football Club is expanding its global footprint by setting up its inaugural football academy in India. In a significant development, the club has signed an agreement with the Techno India Group to establish the academy in Kolkata, announced officials on Tuesday.

The formalization of this venture took place in London, witnessed by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The MoU marks a strategic collaboration aimed at scouting and developing football talent across India, with the academy being named Man City Football School.

Expressing her satisfaction with the collaboration, Banerjee, on an investment-seeking visit to London for West Bengal, emphasized the opportunities this partnership would offer to young aspirants beyond the state. Techno India Group, known for its educational initiatives, will play a pivotal role in this enterprise.

(With inputs from agencies.)