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Strategic initiatives for enhancing SA-FC’s football youth academy: fostering sustainable growth through success factors from European best practices and academic research - expert interviews analysis
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This section explores European best practices in youth academy development, focusing on
successful models from Benfica, Sporting CP, FC Porto, and Bayer Leverkusen. Expert
interviews provide insights into key success factors, including structured leadership, talent
development strategies, and integration with first teams. A thematic analysis highlights the
importance of clear hierarchies, feedback loops, data-driven training, and sustainable revenue
models. These findings inform strategic recommendations for SA-FC’s youth academy,
ensuring both sporting excellence and financial sustainability.
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Youth academy development Talent identification Football management Strategic alignment Data-driven training Financial sustainability