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Yes. We provide full support for a 2-year working visa so you can live, train, and gain experience in Dubai. Select Generation is working with a law firm to process visas stress free.

You’ll play in the U23 DOFA and Men’s DAFL leagues. Top competitive platforms within the UAE football system.

Players live in shared apartments (private or twin rooms) with 2 meals a day, 5 days a week and transport provided.

Gain exposure to UAE pro clubs, European scouts, and college programs in the U.S. and Canada.

We hope this happens! If a professional club shows interest in your son, we will work closely with the player and their family to assess any offer and determine the best next step. Player development is a key objective of Select Generation.

Select Generation Dubai is competing in the UAE football pyramid to win as a club playing men’s football.

The Men's DAFL League is more direct and physical against older opposition.
The DOFA U23 League is more technical and developmental with a different style of play.

Yes. All players maintain full collegiate eligibility while playing for Select Generation.

If studying full-time at a university, the NCAA clock will start.
If taking 11 credit hours or less, the NCAA clock will not start.

The program runs from September to May/June, depending on whether the team advances to playoffs and cup finals. Players may be offered a one-year or two-year contract.

Players enroll in university courses, pursue online academic programs, work part-time, use the gym for recovery, and relax in shared spaces.

Most Select Generation Athletes are from North America. Our team guides them through the necessary steps, including visa arrangements and enrollment procedures, ensuring a smooth transition.

Select Generation is a global talent identification soccer agency dedicated to helping players reach the next level, providing exposure and opportunities at collegiate and professional levels.

At Select Generation Dubai, we look for players who show strong commitment, discipline, and a desire to improve. Our program focuses on athletes who have the potential to reach collegiate or professional levels and are willing to train in a competitive international environment. Everyone is good technically, so the biggest thing we look for is character and hunger.

Dubai’s football scene is growing rapidly, with world-class facilities, international tournaments, and increasing investment in the sport. We created the program to give talented undiscovered and international players the opportunity to train, compete, and gain exposure in this expanding football environment.

In-person scouting allows our team to properly evaluate a player’s technical ability, decision-making, work ethic, and attitude on the field. This ensures that the players selected for Select Generation Dubai can perform at the competitive level required in the UAE football pyramid. All of our players have ever been seen live at a showcase, had thorough game film reviewed or been sent to us by contacts we trust.

Select Generation Dubai combines professional coaching, international exposure, and academic opportunities. The clubs objective is to win, and if we do well collectively we will do well individually. With a global network and multiple pathways, our commitments and reviews speak for themselves.

Focus on consistent development both on and off the field. Work on your technical skills, physical fitness, and tactical understanding while maintaining strong academic performance. International experiences, like playing abroad in Dubai, can also help players stand out to college recruiters. Coaches are looking for players who are proven, at a high level, in a good team over a long period of time.

Our coaching staff includes experienced professionals with UEFA coaching licenses and backgrounds in high-performance football environments. They focus on technical, tactical, physical, and mental development to help players reach their full potential.

No. Select Generation Dubai is designed for elite-level players who are selected through scouting. Our roster is limited, and players are chosen based on their ability and potential to compete at a high level.

Yes. Players may be offered partial athletic scholarships depending on their talent and potential. Scholarships can help reduce the total program cost for selected athletes.

Select Generation provides players with a global pathway through academies and partnerships across Europe, North America, and the UAE. Our programs focus on player development, exposure to scouts, and opportunities to advance into college or professional football.

Most players come from the United States and Canada, but our programs have also welcomed players from several other countries around the world. The academy brings together international talent in a diverse training environment.

Yes. Players can sign for a one-year or two-year program depending on their goals, development, and contract agreement with the academy.

Yes. Players usually receive a break of approximately two to three weeks during the Christmas period, depending on the competition schedule, allowing them to return home if they wish.

Players are carefully selected by our scouting team after being evaluated in person or through full match analysis. Our roster is limited, and only players with the required ability are offered a place in the program. The focus is on developing talented players and helping them progress toward college scholarships or professional opportunities.