A Giant Leap for Women’s Football: India’s First FIFA Talent Academy for Girls Opens in Hyderabad
In a historic move for Indian sports the All India Football Federation AIFF in partnership with FIFA has launched the country s first FIFA Talent Academy for girls in Hyderabad Telangana The initiative was officially announced at the Telangana Sports Conclave where AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey and Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy signed the memorandum of understanding MoU with great enthusiasm and hope This academy is part of FIFA s global Talent Development Scheme TDS which aims to bridge the gap between grassroots and elite football The Gachibowli Stadium Complex already a hub of sports activity will now serve as the home for nurturing India s future football stars More Than Just a Football AcademyThe Hyderabad academy is more than just a training ground it is a life-changing platform for girls and boys annually who will receive not only football coaching but also education healthcare and mental wellness support These