ACADEMY
For players of all abilities looking to develop their technical ability, confidence and understanding of the game in a positive and engaging environment.
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Developing Talent. Building Character. Inspiring Growth.
OUR STORY
Built around the player.Driven by development.
NXTGEN is a Dubai football academy providing a clear pathway for young players to develop, compete and enjoy the game. From their first session through to competitive football, every player is supported, challenged and given the opportunity to progress.
PLAYER PATHWAY
A CLEAR DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY
Every stage has a purpose. Players progress when they are ready, supported by clear coaching and meaningful challenge.
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ACADEMY
Foundation & Development
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PRE-SQUAD
Preparation for Squad Football
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SQUAD
Advanced Training & Development
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COMPETITIVE FIXTURES
League & Tournament Opportunities
OUR PROGRAMMES
A place to begin.A pathway to progress.
One player-first philosophy.
PRE-SQUAD
The bridge between Academy and Squad, for players showing the ability and readiness to move towards a more advanced and competitive environment.
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SQUAD
For selected players ready for an advanced training environment with regular competitive fixtures and matchday experiences.
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OUR VENUES
Two Dubai locations. One NXTGEN standard.
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Trusted by
our families.
Real feedback from families who have experienced the NXTGEN environment.
“We've had an amazing experience with this academy, and Coach Tommy has been absolutely outstanding. Coach Tommy is professional, patient, and incredibly encouraging. He knows how to motivate children while making every training session fun and engaging. My kids absolutely love training with him and always look forward to every class. We've seen great improvements in their skills, confidence, and enthusiasm thanks to his dedication and positive attitude.”
“We have three boys and truly appreciate and love Coach Tommy & his team. He masters true leadership and sportsmanship to the highest level. Coach Tommy has been an incredibly kind, caring and thoughtful coach in supporting our younger child to find his own way.”
“We are very happy with NXTGEN Football Academy and the amazing work done by Coach Tommy. His strong involvement in developing the boys' skills, technique, and team spirit truly stands out. Over the past year, we have seen remarkable progress in my son Oscar — not only in his technical abilities and understanding of the game, but also in his confidence and teamwork on the pitch.”
“My son plays as goal keeper in the squads and absolutely loves NXTGEN! It's more than football, Tommy the coach has built a true community, a strong sense of spirit and commitment with the boys. Highly recommend!”
“I absolutely love NxtGen. The coach and the team have shown incredible growth over the past season. The coach is excellent at placing players in positions where they can truly perform at their best. The team spirit is fantastic, with genuine support and strong camaraderie between the players. Watching their development has been an absolute joy.”
“NxtGen Football Academy has been a fantastic experience for our family. Over the past season, Coach Tommy and the team have shown impressive progress, both technically and mentally. Coach Tommy understands each player's strengths and knows how to bring out the best in them. The positive team spirit and genuine support among the players create a truly special environment.”
“We've had a wonderful experience with Next Gen. Tommy meets each kid at their level, identifies their skills and growth areas, talks to them straight and works with them with honesty and integrity. He's done a great job building a team spirit among the boys, and I've seen a big change in Artie's football skillset, understanding and confidence.”
“My son progressed a lot since he joined the academy. Coach Tommy is very engaged and is pushing the kids to be better while having fun. There is a family spirit with the parents behind and pushing as well. I strongly recommend!”
“Tommy and NXTGEN do an excellent job. It's great to see the work and progress he puts in with the players and how they're all improving under his coaching. He has a real talent for bringing the best out of the boys and their team camaraderie.”
“Tommy is a brilliant coach and the kids respect him. My son progressed a lot this last season and the team went from bottom of the table to top under his guidance.”
“Best football academy! Best coach”
“Best location under the shadow of Burj Khalifa. Learning with a view vibe it is!”
“Amazing coaching and amazing team!!”
PLAYER STORIES
HEAR FROM OUR PLAYERS
Their experience. In their own words.
FOUNDER & ACADEMY DIRECTOR
MEET COACH TOMMY
I’m incredibly passionate about NXTGEN and what we’re building. For me, it’s always been about creating an environment where young players love coming to football, receive really good coaching and are constantly given the opportunity to improve.
The relationships I build with the players are a massive part of that. Watching them develop as footballers, grow in confidence, compete together and create memories with their teammates is what makes NXTGEN so special to me.
I’m really proud of how far we’ve come, but even more excited about where we’re going.
Coach Tommy
