EASTER TASTER DAYS 2023!
Experience a day as a MIFA player this Easter.
JOIN OUR MIFA GOALKEEPING CLUB
MIFA is excited to introduce its new weekly Goalkeeping Club!
GIRLS EDUCATION PROGRAMMES LAUNCHING NOW
MIFA is proud to announce that we are now launching our educational programme for girls aged 16-18.
We are hiring!
We are hiring!
Looking to develop a career in administration, marketing and sales? Wanting to work in the world of football? Manchester International Football Academy (MIFA), a dynamic organisation, is seeking to appoint positions within its vibrant office.
Summer Courses Now LIVE
Goodbye winter- it`s time to start planning your summer pre-season training!
Taster week October 2022
Come and join us during the October half term for training!
MIFA turns 11!
To celebrate our birthday, we shall be holding a tournament on Friday 2nd September to celebrate- you are invited!
Final spaces remaining!
Final spaces remaining on our education programmes starting this September. Enquire today to reserve your space and join our team.
We`re Recruiting!
Exciting new opportunity available to join our office team!
Zoom appointments now available
You can now schedule a zoom appointment with our office staff- to assist with enrolment and answer any queries.
Summer Programme 2022
Bookings for our summer 2022 programmes are open now!
MIFA`s 10th Birthday Celebration
Join us on Friday 27th August 2021 at 2pm for an afternoon of football and cake to celebrate our 10th birthday!
Enrique Wild Signs for Lask FC
MIFA alumni signs for Austrian Bundesliga side
Limited spaces left on our educational programmes
This is your opportunity to play football everyday whilst achieving your qualifiations!
Summer Courses Out Now!
Spend your summer playing football with us!
Tunde Owolabi signs for Scottish Premiership side Hamilton Academical FC
Previous MIFA player Tunde, makes his big move straight into the Scottish Premiership
Jack Atkinson Secures Professional Football Contract
Jack`s hard work training over the past year as seen him land a professional football contract in Gibraltar.
Former MIFA player Tunde Owolabi is announced Northern Premier League Player of the Year!
Tunde`s successful season at FC United secured him the title
Former Player Jalil Saadi Signs His First Professional Contract
Jalil has secured his first professional football contract with Championship side Blackburn Rovers.
MIFA donates desktop computers to help vulnerable people during the lockdown
The computers, donated by MIFA, have gone on to support Lancashire Women- a charity providing support for women within the area.
Introducing MIFA Flex!
Now all of our football training programmes are flexible- meaning your can change your start date to any date throughout the next season without any extra costs!
Coronavirus closure update.
The academy is still physically closed. MIFA will reopen as soon as we are able to do so, whilst also protecting the safety of our team.
Enrolment Now Open for 2020/21
Enrolment for the 2020/21 Season is now OPEN- enrol now and receive a FREE kit, gym membership and pre-season training!
Pass It On
Help MIFA raise money for the NHS and pass our virtual football around the world!
MIFA Honorary President Graham Williams In Conversation
As West Brom legend Graham Williams celebrates his birthday- we ask him questions about his incredible career.
20% extra credit added to all gift vouchers!
Purchase a gift voucher between 30/03/2020 and 01/05/2020 and receive 20% extra credit for free!
Win A Free Week Of Online Professional Training
Giveway time! Enter our competition on Instagram to be in with the chance of winning a free week of online professional training
MIFA Closure Update
Due to government regulations, MIFA has closed until further notice due to the Covid- 19 development. Our players are continuing their progress online with our staff.
Introducing our new Online Professional Training Programme
Develop your football skills, receive professional advice, and take your football to the next level. All from the convenience of your own home!
MIFA excursion!
MIFA players enjoyed watching Manchester City U18s lifting the Premier League Cup this week.
Coronavirus (COVID- 19) Update
The Coronavirus is now classed as a public health emergency of international concern. It is therefore very important we follow the government advice to keep ourselves safe and prevent spreading. Please do not panic, as the risk to individuals remains low.
Elliot Johnston visits MIFA
Ex MIFA player and current Salford City FC professional footballer visits MIFA.
See what ex player Mfon had to say about his course with us
Mfon Jacobs, ex MIFA player dropped into the academy last week, to say hello! It’s so wonderful seeing individuals visit, we love hearing how they are getting on and how we can continue to support them. It’s a fantastic opportunity to find out how they reviewed their course with us, after moving forward. Let’s see what Mfon had to say…
Junior MIFA Half Term Camp
Come and join us on 20th and 21st February for our free football junior camp
MIFA 2019 / 20
The MIFA Squad photo for 2019 / 2020 season is here!
MIFA player Tunde Owolabi signs for FC United
Following Tunde`s success at Radcliffe FC, winning Supporter`s Player of the Year, Tunde has gone on to sign for FC United
Vote for MIFA player Carlos to win in the Panama Sports Awards!
Carlos is nominated for the COS Awards 2019 - Panama`s Sports Awards.
MIFA Taster Week
MIFA is looking forward to meeting new year 10`s and year 11`s from the local area for a October Half Term Taster Session.
Carlos signs for Levente
Carlos makes his move to Spanish side, Levente
Elliot Johnston
Elliot Johnston Signs for League 2 Side Salford City FC
Success Story September
Celebrating all of our player`s success throughout the month of September.
Pre- Season Training
MIFA begins its pre season training, as players prepare for next season and trials.
MIFA Summer Training Camp 2019
Come and train like a professional football player this summer!
Our coaching staff, who also work for professional clubs, have put together this intensive training programme, giving players an authentic experience, just like a professional football club.
Goalkeeper Training
Train like a professional Goalkeeper on our full time football training programmes.
Our UEFA B License Goalkeeper Coach, Giulio Romano, is looking for new players to join his goalkeeper programme.
Alessandro gets a trial at EFL Championship Club
Italian Striker Alessandro has got himself a trial at a professional English club, after some excellent performances with MIFA.
Italian Striker Alessandro has got himself a trial at a professional English club, after some excellent performances with MIFA.
MIFA boys enjoy professional test!
MIFA put in a strong performance to come out on top against Accrington Stanley's Youth Squad
Goals from Alessandro, Zakaria and Isaac gave MIFA a splendid win at Accrington Stanley. This marked another excellent performance against a strong opposition.
Meet the Team
New Squad Photo released for the 18/19 Season
Just as MIFA enters its eighth season, the squad just gets bigger and bigger.
Jalil makes the National Squad!
Former player Jalil Saadi has made his debut for the Morocco U20 National Side
Ex MIFA player Jalil Saadi, currently at Blackburn Rovers FC, has just made a new stride in his football career. He has made his debut for the Morocco national side.
Host Families Needed!
Due to our rapid growth, we are getting a lot of players but we are running out of space for them
If you think you could be a host family for one of our players, please do not hesitate to contact us. You will receive a sum of money for your expenses.
Upcoming Trial Matches
MIFA are hosting trial matches where you have the chance to impress professional scouts with your talent.
MIFA are hosting two trial matches on 25th July and 22nd August 2018. Entry costs £50 per player and trials are open to all ages.