Great Goals Football

Football Academy for Kids aged 4-15 | 10th year of operation | 8 training centres in Chennai And thus, Great Goals came into existence.

𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝘄𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲
We are primarily a Football Academy offering programs for kids aged 4 to 16 at 8 locations across Chennai. We also offer Basketball coaching and tailored Multi-sport programmes to schools.

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆
We are an academy with unique origins. In 2013, Co-Founders Priya Gopalen and Sandhya Rajan, as mothers of two football-obsessed boys, found it next to impossible to find a suitable footbal

l program that was structured, accountable, fun, and safe. This pushed us to create our program that would be about more than just playing football – it would help children understand that sport is not merely a game but a life skill. We’ve learned and grown since those beginnings and are now a professionally run, quality-conscious sports academy with players varying from ages 4-16. And here we are, in our 10th year of operation with more than 300 kids enrolled in any given year.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗲 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿
1) 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺: U5 to U17, entry level & continuing programs
2) 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺: Ages 9 to 15
3) 𝗘𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺: U11 to U17, via merit based selection process
4) 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗶𝗿𝗹𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺: U11 to U16, Chennai's 1st girls only program
5) 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝘀: specially curated multi-sport programmes in schools
6) 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁: non-profit arm offering sports training & scholarships to low income groups & schools

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵
We follow the 𝘓𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘛𝘦𝘳𝘮 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳 𝘋𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘈𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘢𝘤𝘩 (also called the 𝘍𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘊𝘰𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘳 𝘮𝘰𝘥𝘦𝘭 developed by the English FA). Our training is based on an annual curriculum that is designed to ensure every player learns the most they can every term.

𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀

* 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗙𝘂𝗻 - We believe that every child has to enjoy the process of learning to play the sport, while demonstrably getting better at the game.

* 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 - A big component of the program is fostering team spirit and developing the right attitude to the game. Coaches watch out for blame-gamers, bad losers and bragging winners - all of these natural in the age group we work with. But this is also a perfect age to foster true sportsmanship. We firmly believe that a good attitude is as important as star skills.

* 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀 - Every child trains two days of the week 1) The focus is on drills and skills followed by small sided games. 2) Saturdays, we have match days, where all batches come together and use the learned skills in a game setting.

* 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 - We believe in delivering equal opportunities for boys and girls alike and strive to bridge the gender gap.

𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗰𝗵
For more information contact us at +91 98846 32038

15/08/2026

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31/07/2026

Growth Isn't Always Comfortable.

Every child's journey comes with challenges—and that's where the real growth begins.

With the right support, children learn to adapt, stay confident, and keep moving forward through every experience. Those qualities don't just make better players—they build stronger individuals.

At Great Goals, we're committed to developing children who are ready for the game and prepared for life.

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30/07/2026

One Team. One Goal. Endless Growth.

Every training session is about more than improving football skills. It's about building confidence, developing character, and helping every child become the best version of themselves.

Together, our players learn to compete, support one another, and grow—both on and off the pitch.

Because real success isn't just measured by goals scored, but by the people they become.

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29/07/2026

Talent Has No Gender. Opportunity Shouldn't Either.

Every child deserves the chance to step onto the field, learn the game, and discover what they're capable of.

At Great Goals, girls and boys receive the same coaching, encouragement, and opportunities to grow—building confidence, discipline, teamwork, and resilience every step of the way.

Because the field is for everyone.

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26/07/2026

Is winning the only goal?

At Great Goals, we believe real growth happens when children are encouraged to take risks, learn from mistakes, and keep trying.

We celebrate courage over comfort, effort over fear, and progress over perfection. Because resilience, confidence, and character are built long before the final whistle.

Winning is a byproduct of growth-not the purpose of it.

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22/07/2026

The Best Report Card Goes Beyond Marks.

At Great Goals, every training session builds more than football skills. Young players develop discipline, teamwork, leadership, technical ability, and character—qualities that help them succeed on and off the pitch.

Because the greatest achievement isn't just becoming a better footballer—it's becoming a better person.

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19/07/2026

What does it really mean to be more than just a football academy?

For us, it comes down to three things — Engage. Inspire. Empower.

At Great Goals, we create an environment where players connect with the game, believe in their abilities, and take ownership of their growth.

Through the right guidance, age-appropriate challenges, and a player-first approach, we help children build skills, confidence, and character that last beyond the pitch.

Because we don’t just develop football players.
We empower the next generation.

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19/07/2026

The countdown to the FIFA World Cup Final is on!

The excitement is building as our young footballers share their predictions for football's biggest stage.

Now, all that's left is the final whistle.

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17/07/2026

A proud milestone for Great Goals Football Academy.

We are honoured to be recognized as an AIFF 2-Star Accredited Football Academy.

This achievement reflects our commitment to providing quality coaching, structured player development, and a professional learning environment for every young footballer. It is a testament to the dedication of our coaches, players, parents, and the entire Great Goals family.

As we celebrate this recognition, we remain focused on our mission of nurturing talent, building character, and inspiring the next generation of footballers.

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17/07/2026

World Cup excitement comes alive at Great Goals.

Fast questions, thoughtful answers, and a whole lot of football passion from our young players.

Every response showcases their curiosity, knowledge, and love for the beautiful game.

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