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Best Episodes of The Football Academy
The Final Whistle
S2 Ep15
9.0
1st Nov 2023
It's make or break for Jude and George as they do their best to make it through the Saints trial, and Skill Showdown features Moi Elyounoussi.
Stragedy Showdown
S2 Ep10
9.0
24th Oct 2023
Raf's tactical brilliance shines as he helps his team with their striking strategy, and football pundit Ben Davies chooses his favourite Academy goal of the season.
Futsal Fever
S2 Ep7
9.0
18th Oct 2023
Captain Kane's U10 squad aims for glory, Skill Showdown features Lyanco, and Shophie and Tash's U16s reach the semi-finals
Mary Queen of Stops
S2 Ep3
9.0
12th Oct 2023
Ava-Rose receives a masterclass from England goalkeeper Mary Earps, the U12 girls face off against tough opponents, and Skill Showdown features Paige Peake.
Away From Home
S1 Ep4
9.0
27th Oct 2022
We follow U12s para-footballer Flo, who suffers with a sight impairment. We also follow Kaden and the U9s on their first ever overnight footy trip away from their parents.
The Sibling Special
S2 Ep13
8.0
30th Oct 2023
Siblings Louis and Zara have a decision to make: running or football? Sisters Sydney and Eliza get a ringside seat at the FA Cup, and Skill Showdown features Che Adams.
Cohen's Chance
S2 Ep12
8.0
26th Oct 2023
U12s' Queenie gets a seat on the Football Focus sofa and meets Alex Scott, and Theo Walcott and Stuart Armstrong surprise the fans!
Tough Decisions
S2 Ep8
8.0
19th Oct 2023
It's final match day as Ellie's team vies for league victory, Sid and Teddy's future at Saints hangs in the balance, and Jermaine Jenas selects his top goals
The Cup Final
S2 Ep6
8.0
17th Oct 2023
Erin and the U12s take part in a nail-biting cup final - but can they lift the trophy? Skill Showdown features James Ward-Prowse and Jermaine Jenas picks from three of the best!
Worst Episodes of The Football Academy
Twins for the Win
S1 Ep1
4.0
24th Oct 2022
In this episode, we meet nine-year-old twin sisters Kiki and Queenie. We also follow U11 boys Teddy and Miles in their biggest tournament of the year.
Going the Distance
S1 Ep8
5.0
7th Nov 2022
U13s defender Jamie, who can only train with his team once a week due to living over 100 miles away, gets a much-needed chance to bond with his team at an overnight away camp.
The Perfect Professional
S1 Ep9
5.0
8th Nov 2022
The U11 boys go to the National Futsal finals at the home of English football, St George's Park. Can midfielder Mitch and attacker Albie bring home glory?
Small Steps, Big Dream
S1 Ep2
6.0
25th Oct 2022
We meet small-for-his-age Gavers, who has always had a tough battle against much bigger kids his own age, and four academy players watch the first team play.
The Ultimate Comeback
S1 Ep7
6.0
3rd Nov 2022
It's a big week for U15s striker Nick and the team as they travel to Loughborough to take part in the Premier League Nationals tournament, and we meet U11s goalie Ava Rose.
Team Spirit
S1 Ep10
6.0
9th Nov 2022
After impressing in her own age group, U16s attacking midfielder Dream gets the chance to play up for the senior U18s team.
Captain Fantastic
S1 Ep13
6.0
15th Nov 2022
U13s winger Remy is small for his age, and see how the club help him play to his best by making him captain of the U12s.
Playing Up
S2 Ep14
6.0
31st Oct 2023
Anya captains the U16s in a thrilling cup final, Ben Davies picks his top academy goal, and there is an exciting crossbar challenge.
The Three Amigos
S1 Ep5
7.0
1st Nov 2022
We follow U13s trialist Kojo, who has eight weeks to impress the club and hopefully get signed. We also meet U12s best friends forever - Finn, Sidney and Teddy.
The Football Academy Episode Guide
Twins for the Win
S1 Ep1
4.0
24th Oct 2022
In this episode, we meet nine-year-old twin sisters Kiki and Queenie. We also follow U11 boys Teddy and Miles in their biggest tournament of the year.
Small Steps, Big Dream
S1 Ep2
6.0
25th Oct 2022
We meet small-for-his-age Gavers, who has always had a tough battle against much bigger kids his own age, and four academy players watch the first team play.
Back In Form
S1 Ep3
7.5
26th Oct 2022
In this episode, the focus is on U13s goalie Keanu, who is in remission from leukaemia and back to his best. We also meet 14-year-old midfield dynamo Libby.
Away From Home
S1 Ep4
9.0
27th Oct 2022
We follow U12s para-footballer Flo, who suffers with a sight impairment. We also follow Kaden and the U9s on their first ever overnight footy trip away from their parents.
The Three Amigos
S1 Ep5
7.0
1st Nov 2022
We follow U13s trialist Kojo, who has eight weeks to impress the club and hopefully get signed. We also meet U12s best friends forever - Finn, Sidney and Teddy.
Brothers United
S1 Ep6
7.0
2nd Nov 2022
Enter the fun world of a football-mad family, where life is never quiet, and meet para-footballer Ellie as she travels to the Women's Euros.
The Ultimate Comeback
S1 Ep7
6.0
3rd Nov 2022
It's a big week for U15s striker Nick and the team as they travel to Loughborough to take part in the Premier League Nationals tournament, and we meet U11s goalie Ava Rose.
Going the Distance
S1 Ep8
5.0
7th Nov 2022
U13s defender Jamie, who can only train with his team once a week due to living over 100 miles away, gets a much-needed chance to bond with his team at an overnight away camp.
The Perfect Professional
S1 Ep9
5.0
8th Nov 2022
The U11 boys go to the National Futsal finals at the home of English football, St George's Park. Can midfielder Mitch and attacker Albie bring home glory?
Team Spirit
S1 Ep10
6.0
9th Nov 2022
After impressing in her own age group, U16s attacking midfielder Dream gets the chance to play up for the senior U18s team.
Erin and Eva Battle the Boys
S1 Ep11
7.0
10th Nov 2022
Series following the young boys, girls and para-players at Southampton Academy.
The Germans Are Coming
S1 Ep12
7.0
14th Nov 2022
U12 boys Heinzy and Marley are excited about getting to compete against their Germans rivals, and U16s player Orion gets the opportunity to shine in front of millions of viewers.
Captain Fantastic
S1 Ep13
6.0
15th Nov 2022
U13s winger Remy is small for his age, and see how the club help him play to his best by making him captain of the U12s.
Intensity
S1 Ep14
8.0
16th Nov 2022
Jay and the U15s take on fierce local rivals Bournemouth for a chance to prove themselves as potential professionals.
The Final Whistle
S1 Ep15
7.0
17th Nov 2022
Meet the generation ready to join the academy next season. Nathan Redmond takes on the Rocco from the academy in Skill Showdown.
The best rated episodes of The Football Academy are:
The Final Whistle S2E15 rated 9.0
Stragedy Showdown S2E10 rated 9.0
Futsal Fever S2E7 rated 9.0
Mary Queen of Stops S2E3 rated 9.0
Away From Home S1E4 rated 9.0
The Sibling Special S2E13 rated 8.0
Cohen's Chance S2E12 rated 8.0
Tough Decisions S2E8 rated 8.0
The Cup Final S2E6 rated 8.0
The lowest rated episodes of The Football Academy are:
Twins for the Win S1E1 rated 4.0
Going the Distance S1E8 rated 5.0
The Perfect Professional S1E9 rated 5.0
Small Steps, Big Dream S1E2 rated 6.0
The Ultimate Comeback S1E7 rated 6.0
Team Spirit S1E10 rated 6.0
Captain Fantastic S1E13 rated 6.0
Playing Up S2E14 rated 6.0
The Three Amigos S1E5 rated 7.0
The first episode of The Football Academy aired on October 24, 2022.
The last episode of The Football Academy aired on September 15, 2025.
There are 45 episodes of The Football Academy.
There are 3 seasons of The Football Academy.
Yes.
The Football Academy is set to return for future episodes.
