England U18 Schoolboys fly to Atlanta tomorrow
Tuesday 28 April 2009By ESFA Office
Last Updated:
10/02/2021 11:48:50
England U18 Schools' Team
FC Atlanta Blackhawks
host England U18 Schools National Team
The England U18 International Squad, fresh from its success in the Carnegie Centenary Shield, begin their first tour of the United States of America for seven years. Chief Executive, John Read, said, “The tour was an important part of the squad's preparation for the Wembley game on 13th June against the very strong French U18 National Team.
The young lions will be hosted by the US League soccer team from Atlanta, the FC Atlanta Blackhawks. Details of the Blackhawks can be found on their website www.fcatlantablackhawks.com
The tour will include two matches against the Blackhawks Under 18s at different grounds in Atlanta. The first match will be on Friday 1st May against Atlanta FC (the NPSL Southeast Champions) at Riverwood High School in Sandy Springs. Kick off is at 8:00 pm.
The second match on Sunday 3rd May against the FC Atlanta Blackhawks at Parkview High School in Lilburn. Kick-off is at 4:00 pm.
In between the squad will pay visits to local schools and undergo some high intensive training. Team Manager, Phil Nardiello, said, “We will be able to use the training and matches to improve a number of areas of play.”
“The players and staff can expect to be tested to the full and not just on the football pitch. Atlanta is coming out of spring into summer and so they can expect some high temperatures and high humidity. Kit sponsors PUMA have donated baseball caps to the squad and management to help with combating the heat".
Carnegie Centenary Shield Results and Table
England Player Pen Pics
