The NFL Academy (Loughborough, United Kingdom) is opening its doors in cooperation with the AFBN / Dutch Lions for Dutch internationals. A great football weekend where you can showcase yourself at the highest level in Europe and gather good footage for yourself. For only €200 you get a return trip, hotel accommodation, 2 days of training/scrimmage and four meals. Everything you need for an unforgettable weekend is included!

WHEN: October 1 through October 3
FOR WHOM? U20 players from the Benelux (17, 18, 19, 20 and 21 years old on December 31, 2026)
DEPARTURE: Amsterdam and Schiedam

This is why you cannot miss this opportunity:

• COMPETE AGAINST THE BEST: Test your skills against the top talent of the NFL Academy.
• ONLY 50 SPACES AVAILABLE: So register quickly. The coaches will then select the players to have a complete roster including substitutes, in order to take on the NFL Academy with a complete and strong team.
• IMPORTANT: To build a balanced team, we need to ensure that all positions on the field are represented. Be quick to secure your preferred position!
• AN ACTION-PACKED WEEKEND: Training sessions on Friday and on Saturday you play against each other during a scrimmage.

How do you secure a spot?

• Fill out the form and pay the contribution. September 25, 2026 is the registration deadline, so be quick! You pay to be able to be part of the selection. The coaches will make the final selection after the training on September 26 in Spijkenisse.
• Weren't you selected? The deposit of €200 will then be refunded within 2 days after September 27, 2026.

Pay the contribution of €200 via the link below before clicking ‘Submit’ in the form. State your full name in the description when making the payment.
https://bunq.me/NFLAcademy

REGISTER HERE

This event brings the NFL Academy and AFBN/Dutch Lions together and offers all young football players in the country a unique opportunity.

Questions
For all information, contact Coach Fred Armstrong via hc.f.armstrong@afbn.nl. He is happy to help you get the most out of this great opportunity.

IMPORTANT: EVERYONE NEEDS A PASSPORT TO ENTER THE UNITED KINGDOM. DON'T HAVE A PASSPORT YET? APPLY FOR ONE TOMORROW! In addition, you need an ETA to travel to the United Kingdom. You can apply for an ETA here: https://www.gov.uk/eta/apply