The Manchester United Foundation provides thousands of young people with the tools needed to make positive choices in their lives.

The foundation delivers educational and community outreach programmes, empowering young people to achieve their goals. Programmes include:

  • Employability - improving educational and employment outcomes
  • Social Wellbeing – giving young people a sense of belonging in their community
  • Physical & Mental Health – contributing to young people’s ability to live a healthy lifestyle

To date, the Foundation has a total of 219,923 total participant attendances – 44% female, with an 80% improvement seen in self-esteem, mental wellbeing, behaviour and aspirations. Over 14,000 sessions and events have been delivered at schools and projects, distributing more than 5,000 wellbeing resources for young people.

Manchester United Football Academy Course

The Elite Manchester United Football Academy course is an exciting partnership between the Manchester United Foundation and Eccles Sixth Form College, which offers a fantastic opportunity to develop football skills.

You will participate in competitive football fixtures alongside your studies and develop your football skills in training sessions run by the Manchester United Foundation. Our talented players will have the opportunity to gain national recognition by representing England’s colleges in the Annual Home Nations Competition.

Find out more about the Manchester United Football Academy Course here.

Football Trials

On the 23rd February 2022, we’ll be hosting our football trials at Eccles Sixth Form College, from 12:00 – 14:30. This is your chance to show off your skills!

Once registered, on the day of the trials, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a coach who will put you to the test. You’ll also meet other young people with similar ambitions and skills, who you may play with in the future!   

To sign up for our Football Trials taking place during the February 22' half term, click here.

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