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NEUFC to launch 20‑acre football academy in New Shillong to nurture local talent
✍️ The Shillong Times
🗓 16 Sep 2026, 12:31 PM
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North East United FC has announced a 20‑acre academy in New Shillong aimed at developing footballers from the region.
North East United Football Club disclosed plans to build a 20‑acre football academy in New Shillong, Meghalaya. The site, situated on the city’s outskirts, is intended to serve as a dedicated hub for youth development in the sport.
The complex will feature multiple training pitches, a gymnasium, and residential facilities, creating a structured environment for aspiring players. Club officials say the project is designed to scout and nurture talent from the local community.
By providing professional coaching and exposure to higher‑level competition, the academy seeks to bridge the gap between grassroots football and the Indian Super League pathway, potentially offering scholarships and contracts with the senior squad.
The initiative comes as football gains momentum in the Northeast, with local authorities welcoming the development as a boost to sports infrastructure and a source of employment for young people in the region.
The complex will feature multiple training pitches, a gymnasium, and residential facilities, creating a structured environment for aspiring players. Club officials say the project is designed to scout and nurture talent from the local community.
By providing professional coaching and exposure to higher‑level competition, the academy seeks to bridge the gap between grassroots football and the Indian Super League pathway, potentially offering scholarships and contracts with the senior squad.
The initiative comes as football gains momentum in the Northeast, with local authorities welcoming the development as a boost to sports infrastructure and a source of employment for young people in the region.