Blog: About Football Trials
UK Football Trials FAQs: Your Ultimate Guide to Trials, Scouting & Eligibility
Published Thursday 12th of March 2026 02:30 PM
If you dream of playing professional football, attending a trial is often a crucial step. But with so much information online, it can be hard to know which opportunity is legitimate and what you need to do to stand out. UK Football Trials (UKFT), founded in 2012, is now the world’s largest football trials company. They work with UEFA‑licensed coaches and have helped more than 300,000 players showcase their talent. This blog answers the most frequently asked questions about UKFT, from who they are and how the trials work to eligibility rules and costs, so you can make an informed decision about taking part.
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What Happens at a UK Football Trial & What Happens Next?
Published Thursday 20th of November 2025 03:40 PM
UK Football Trials (UKFT) runs age-specific, open, paid trials watched by 10–15 scouts. Ages 11–13 follow a 2-hour format with coach-led drills, small-sided games, and an A5 feedback card. Ages 14–24 follow a 3-hour format with coach-led drills and 11v11 match play (filmed for ages 14–24). After the event, outcomes arrive by Friday 8pm; if a club wants to proceed, UKFT introduces you directly.
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Are Football Trials Free?
Published Wednesday 22nd of October 2025 07:53 AM
Short Summary:
• Professional clubs do not charge for trials. If you’re invited into a club by a scout, the club doesn’t ask you to pay to be assessed.
• We can’t speak for other organisations, and there are shady operators who claim you can pay for a club trial. Treat that as a red flag and verify directly with the club.
• UK Football Trials (UKFT) runs open, paid events so players can perform in front of multiple scouts. If a player is scouted at a UKFT event, they will not pay the club for the invitation.
• UKFT 1-day trials cost £99–£119 (stadium trials are higher).
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