Over 5,000 families across all continents take part in Villarreal CF’s international programmes
Villarreal CF is a global club. Not only because players like Yeremy Pino, Gerard Moreno and Nicolas Pépé are recognised worldwide, but also because its image and methodology are present across the five continents.
Through its international project known as Villarreal Academy, the Yellow Submarine has built an extensive network of academies, camps, and collaborations in 21 countries, impacting the lives of over 5,000 families beyond Spanish borders.
A global footprint with a local heart
The aim of Villarreal Academy is to expand the club’s brand internationally and to share its proven football methodology, the same model that has led Villarreal CF to the top of European football, with training centres around the world.
Currently, the club runs active projects in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Bolivia, Uruguay, Colombia, Australia, South Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, Kuwait, India, Israel, the UAE, Romania, Latvia, Hungary, Finland, and South Africa.
In all these countries, boys and girls wear the yellow shirt with pride and passion, thousands of kilometres away from the Estadio de la Cerámica, using the same training principles applied to the 800 players within the Cantera Grogueta in Vila-real.
A home in Vila-real: Player Development Program (PDP)
One of Villarreal CF’s flagship initiatives is the Player Development Program (PDP), a residential programme based in Vila-real. It gives young players from all over the world the chance to train, develop and grow within an elite club environment.
This season, 33 players from across the globe participated in the PDP. The programme is focused not only on athletic progress but also on education and integration, with players living with local host families to fully immerse themselves in the culture.
For the 2025/26 season, Villarreal CF will also launch a PDP for female players, with specialised training and a focus on women’s football health and injury prevention.
Tailored programmes for players, teams, and coaches
In addition to year-round academies and PDPs, the club also offers:
- Player Training Week
- Team Playing Experience
- Coach Development Program
This season, a total of 526 individuals participated in one of these experiences. Among them, 42 received scholarships based on sporting and personal merit, covering their stay and activities in Spain.
These international guests also help to promote tourism in the Castellón province, discovering the charm and culture of the region while enjoying a once-in-a-lifetime football experience.
List of Villarreal CF Academies Worldwide
United States
- Villarreal Erie Academy
- Villarreal Virginia Academy
- Villarreal Las Vegas Academy
- Villarreal North Texas Academy
- Villarreal Indiana Academy
- Villarreal Houston Academy
- Provo Athletic Club
- Villarreal Force Academy
- Villarreal Idaho Academy
Canada
- Villarreal Alberta Academy
- VanCity Pro Football Academy
- Villarreal Montreal Academy
- Brandon United FC
- Villarreal Ontario Academy
Australia
- Villarreal Brisbane Academy
- Villarreal Sydney Academy
- Villarreal Melbourne Academy
Mexico
- Villarreal CD México Academy
Malaysia
- Villarreal Malaysia Academy
UAE
- Villarreal Dubai Academy
India
- Alchemy International Football Academy
Philippines
- Villarreal Philippines Academy
Bolivia
- Juan Manuel Peña Soccer School
Kuwait
- Villarreal Kuwait Academy
South Korea
- Villarreal Korea Academy
Uruguay
- Villarreal Uruguay Academy
Israel
- Villarreal Israel Academy
Thailand
- Villarreal Thailand Academy
