Defensive one-on-one is one of the most decisive situations in modern football. In a sport where individual duels often define the outcome of a match, mastering this aspect of the game is essential for any defender. At SIA Academy, one of the most renowned high-performance academies in Spain, it’s understood that developing these skills requires
Combining high-level sports performance with the study is one of the biggest challenges for young footballers who dream of going far. At SIA Academy, where training is intense and daily, and with demanding education at the British School of Xàtiva, finding a balance between both responsibilities requires strategy, commitment, and the right mindset. 1. Adapting
Holidays are, for many, a much-needed break from routine—a moment to disconnect from stress and recharge. However, for athletes—especially young footballers in training—rest should not mean inactivity. At SIA Academy a balanced approach is encouraged that allows players to enjoy their time off without compromising their physical condition. “Rest is essential, but we need to
Inter Milan secured their place in the Champions League final last night after overcoming Barcelona in a thrilling 4-3 extra-time victory, ending a two-legged tie with a 7-6 aggregate score. A spectacular clash, with 13 goals across two matches, that will go down as one of the most dramatic encounters in recent Champions League history.
Football has changed. What used to be analyzed through intuition and experience is now complemented by precise data, detailed metrics, and technological analysis. In this era of transformation, statistics have become a key tool to understand, improve, and predict the performance of a team or player. At SIA Academy, this evolution is lived from the
Football is much more than a competition to win matches. It is a powerful educational tool that contributes to the personal, emotional, and social growth of those who practice it. At SIA Academy, we understand that sports training goes hand in hand with values education. That’s why our model is based on principles such as
En el competitivo mundo del fútbol profesional, los clubes están en constante búsqueda de talento joven que pueda convertirse en su próxima gran promesa. Sin embargo, ya no se trata solo de tener calidad con el balón. Hoy en día, las exigencias han evolucionado, y los jugadores deben mostrar una combinación de cualidades técnicas, tácticas,
Modern football demands much more than talent. In academies like SIA Academy, a player’s development is approached from a comprehensive and personalized perspective. It’s not enough to train well—progress must be measured objectively, continuously, and across multiple dimensions. This not only improves performance but also promotes personal growth and prepares the player to compete at
During this Easter Week, the facilities of SIA Academy in Enguera hosted a new edition of the now traditional Campus, which has become one of the most important training experiences in the ten-year history of the academy. The event brought together dozens of passionate young footballers who had the opportunity to learn, compete and enjoy
El Barcelona se proclamó campeón de la Copa del Rey tras imponerse al Real Madrid en una vibrante final disputada en el estadio de La Cartuja de Sevilla. En un partido que tuvo absolutamente de todo —golazos, polémica, tensión y magia en las gradas—, los blaugranas se llevaron el título en la prórroga con un