Matthew
From Hidalgo Academy to MLS
Matthew from the US joined the Hidalgo Academy in August 2021. After trials, he signed with FC Mougins for the regional championship. In May 2022, through Hidalgo Academy’s partnership with IFA New England (Boston), he advanced to MLS Next (U19 nationals).
Edmond Lupancu
From Hidalgo Academy to Australian Ligue 1
Edmond, characterized by his strong determination and commanding presence on the field, was offered trials at Montpellier by the Academy. His sole aim is to become professional. After returning to his homeland, he steadily climbed the ranks, eventually joining the first team of Melbourne Victoria in Ligue 1, and later West Sydney.
Aqil Arazi
From Hidalgo Academy to Turkish 1st Division
Aquil, originally from Malaysia, joined the Hidalgo Academy in 2019 after playing for an English club. A talented player, he was quickly noticed by AS Cannes and signed with their U18 team. This fruitful year led to a professional contract with the Turkish 1st division club Fatih Karagümrük, and later with the renowned Sri Pahang FC in Malaysia.
Siisu Alhassan
From Michel Hidalgo Academy to Atletico Teresiano
Upon returning to Ghana, he signed with the first division club Elmina Sharks FC. To date, Sissou has earned several caps with the Ghanaian national B team. He now plays for Atlético Teresiano in Spain
Khodja Kacem
From Hidalgo Academy to Algerian U19 national team
Kacem spent 18 months at the Academy, playing for FC Mougins and US Mandelieu in the U17R and U18R teams. He then joined the elite ranks of Algerian football, returning to his beloved MC Oran in the U19 national championship. Thanks to his training and experience at the Academy, Kacem was called up by the U19 national team managers. In his initial matches, he also began training with MC Oran’s professional team, showcasing his rapid development and promising talent.
