Frankfurt's Shenzhen academy to focus on developing coaches

Eintracht Frankfurt, the storied German soccer club, is making significant strides in China as the Bundesliga team unveiled its new training center in Shenzhen, South China's Guangdong province, over the weekend.

"Our club's primary goal is youth development, focusing on training not only young players, but also Chinese coaches," said Samy Hamama, divisional director of International Relations and Sports Partnerships Eintracht Frankfurt.

This approach, as he shared insights into the Eintracht Frankfurt (Shenzhen Nanshan) Football Academy, reveals a model that transcends traditional soccer development. The initiative, established in a 2021 agreement, aims to build bridges between Germany and China, utilizing soccer as a catalyst for broader cooperation.