Manchester Futsal Club Academy was thrilled to welcome the Hubei Team from China during their first-ever visit to the UK. As part of their participation in the prestigious Manchester United Training Camp, the Hubei Team embarked on a football and cultural exchange, including a friendly futsal match against Manchester Futsal Club Youth Academy.
The friendly games, organised to help prepare the Chinese team for their upcoming tournament, offered a unique experience for both sets of players. For the visitors, it was a chance to dive into the fast-paced world of futsal, an unfamiliar format for many. For Manchester Futsal Club Youth Academy players, it provided an opportunity to showcase their futsal knowledge and engage with players from a different footballing culture.
Ilya Ovechkin, Academy Director at Manchester Futsal Club, expressed his pride in hosting the Chinese team. “It’s a great experience for our players to meet and play against teams from other parts of the world. Building relationships with international teams like the Hubei Team not only enhances our players’ development but also reflects the unifying power of football and futsal.”
Raducio King, the Head of Coaching at Manchester Futsal Club, was equally delighted with the event. “It was another fantastic experience for our boys to face new challenges and showcase their futsal skills. Playing against a team from China provided them with the opportunity to test themselves in different situations and learn from an international perspective,” he said.
The Hubei Team also had the incredible opportunity to train at Manchester United’s facilities, where they experienced world-class coaching and gained insights into football at the highest level. This exposure combined elite training with the cultural richness of their visit, leaving a lasting impact on the players.
As Manchester Futsal Club continues to grow its reputation for player development and community engagement, friendly games like this against the Hubei Team highlight the club’s vision of fostering international relationships through the beautiful game.
The club looks forward to future collaborations with teams from around the world, strengthening the global futsal community while creating unforgettable memories for everyone involved.
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