Academy News Archives

9 months ago

City Academy Open Trials: Girls and Boys invited to earn a place this September

Melbourne City is opening its doors to the next generation of footballers, with Academy open trials locked in for September at the City Football Academy – ctrl:cyber Campus, Casey Fields. This year marks an exciting new chapter with the launch...

10 months ago

ALL TO PLAY FOR: Youth Team gears up for Promotion Play-Off Semi Final

Melbourne City’s VPL1 side will return to action this Saturday afternoon with a place in the Promotion Play-Off Final on the line. After falling to Brunswick City in the final round of the regular season, City finished third on the...

10 months ago

GRAND FINAL BOUND: City Juniors set for super Sunday

Melbourne City’s Academy continues to shine, with all four Junior Boys teams qualifying for this Sunday’s JBNPL Grand Finals. It’s a remarkable achievement in the first season that finals football has been introduced in the JBNPL competitions, with City’s U14,...

10 months ago

ALL ON THE LINE: Youth seasons set for dramatic conclusions

It’s set to be a blockbuster Sunday in Brunswick as Melbourne City’s youth sides head into the final day of the VPL1 season with everything still to play for. Our Youth Team, led by Head Coach Alessandro Diamanti, will line...

10 months ago • Ninja A-League Women

City signals intent to launch landmark Women’s Academy

Melbourne City FC is proud to confirm its intent to field teams in the NPL Women’s and U20 competitions from the 2026 season onwards, marking the launch of the Club’s first-ever Women’s Academy pathway. Since entering the A-League Women’s competition...

11 months ago • Australia Cup

City’s bright future on show despite Australia Cup exit

Melbourne City’s 2025 Australia Cup campaign has come to an end in the Round of 32, going down 2-0 to APIA Leichhardt on a wet Wednesday night at Leichhardt Oval. While the result is a disappointing one, the night will...

11 months ago • Isuzu UTE A-League Men

BAKER: Signing first professional contract a surreal feeling

From 10-year-old Academy prospect to professional footballer, Beckham Baker’s journey with Melbourne City reached a major milestone this week. The talented 16-year-old attacking midfielder officially signed his first professional contract with the Club, a three-year deal through to the end...

11 months ago • Isuzu UTE A-League Men

BECKHAM GOES PRO: City Academy talent signs long-term deal

Melbourne City FC is delighted to announce that 16-year-old midfielder Beckham Baker has signed his first professional contract with the Club. Baker has committed to City on a three-year deal through to the end of the 2027/28 season, with an...

1 year ago

City’s U15 squad returns from unforgettable European tour

A Melbourne City Under 15 Academy squad has returned home after a memorable two-week trip to Europe that included high-quality opposition, professional experiences, and a taste of life at the top level. The squad travelled as part of their participation...