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World class training
Establish a world-class grassroots academy to develop and nurture local talent, fostering ownership and community engagement among fans.
We are different
We create professional footballers
നമ്മുടെ സ്വന്തം — a world-class grassroots academy in Kerala, built to place Indian players on the global stage by 2033.
2033
FIFA World Cup target
U-20
India team mission
5 yrs
To the National League
AJ
Argentinos Juniors partner
Grassroots to professionalArgentinos Juniors partnerU-20 India by 2033Kerala's football revivalNot-for-profit, always
Grassroots to professionalArgentinos Juniors partnerU-20 India by 2033Kerala's football revivalNot-for-profit, always
About the club
A not-for-profit built to change Indian football
Malabar Sports & Recreation Foundation is a Section 8 not-for-profit founded by retired civil servants and their associates, focused solely on promoting football in Kerala and across India. MSRF owns and operates Malabar Challengers FC.
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Top tier coaching
Implement top-tier coaching practices tailored to Indian conditions, ensuring the highest standards of training and development.
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Empowerment
Give young boys and girls opportunities to lead productive lives by channelling their creative energy away from negative influences.
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Comprehensive growth
Promote proper nutrition and physical development while encouraging responsible parental involvement in every child's progress.
Our vision
Four commitments that shape every session
Restore
Restore Kerala's football prominence and elevate Indian football to international standards.
Promote
Promote a vibrant sports culture among youth and foster professionalism across the football industry.
Benchmarks
Establish exceptional standards for other clubs and join the National League as a professional team within five years.
Enhance
Enhance the overall Indian football ecosystem with a focus on professionalism and excellence.
Training programmes
Pathways from first touch to professional
6 – 10 years
Grassroots Kids Football
- Duration
- 12 months
- Training days
- Tue · Thu · Sat
- Coach
- MCFC grassroots staff
11 – 14 years
Youth Development Programme
- Duration
- 12 months
- Training days
- Mon · Wed · Fri · Sun
- Coach
- AJ-accredited coaches
15 – 18 years
Elite Residential Training
- Duration
- Season-long
- Training days
- Six days a week
- Coach
- MCFC technical director
Technical partner
Argentinos Juniors
Semillero del Mundo — The World's Football Nursery
Renowned for cultivating exceptional football talent and shaping future stars on the global stage. Argentinos Juniors partners MCFC on coach education, methodology and international exposure for our young players.
Buenos Aires · Argentina
The dream, transformed into reality
Three steps from a village pitch to the India jersey
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A child's dream
A ten-year-old, passionate about football, is selected into the MCFC Academy.
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Training
The child trains with unwavering dedication, supported by comprehensive coaching at the MCFC Academy.
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Donning the India jersey
That child becomes a member of the U-20 India team competing in the 2033 FIFA Cup.
Governance
Led by people who have run states
Retired civil servants, diplomats and an India captain — governing the academy with the standards they brought to public service.
Chairman
B. Vijayan IAS (Retd.)
Director
Skandan K. IAS (Retd.)
Director
Paul Antony IAS (Retd.)
Managing Director & CEO
T. K. Rajmohan IPS (Retd.)
Fees
Payment Confirmation
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Step 01
Pay the academy fee
Use UPI, bank transfer or card as shared by the academy office.
Step 02
Submit your proof
Upload the payment screenshot with the student and payment details.
Step 03
Get verified
Our team verifies the payment and updates the student's fee status.
Admissions open
Bring your child to the trials
Speak to our academy team about age groups, batches and the professional pathway.
2033
World Cup goal
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Governing directors
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Global technical partner