Real Madrid and France international midfielder Eduardo Camavinga has announced plans to establish a football academy and a school in Angola, the country he describes as the place where his journey began, in a move aimed at empowering young people through sport and education.
Speaking about the initiative, Camavinga said the project is driven by gratitude and a desire to create opportunities for the next generation.
“I chose to create a football academy and a school for young people here in Angola in order to give back to my country what it has given me. It fills me with joy. My parents are very proud. I am also very happy to be back in my country and to have the opportunity to contribute to its development,” he said.
Although Camavinga built his professional career in Europe, rising from Rennes to become a key figure at Real Madrid and a regular in the French national team, he has remained closely tied to his African roots. The new academy and school are expected to provide structured football training alongside formal education, offering young Angolans a balanced path to personal and professional growth.
The project reflects a broader vision that goes beyond producing football talent. According to those close to the initiative, the focus will be on discipline, education, and life skills, ensuring that participants are prepared for opportunities both within and outside the sport.
Camavinga also shared his pride in Angola’s recent performances on the continental stage, referencing their campaign at the Africa Cup of Nations in Côte d’Ivoire.
“I watched the last AFCON in Côte d’Ivoire. Angola played well. They lost the first match, but the most important thing is to keep their heads held high so they can be better in the next game,” he said.
His comments underline a message of resilience and long-term progress, values he hopes to pass on to the young players who will come through his academy.
The announcement has been widely welcomed by fans and observers, who see it as a meaningful example of an African star reinvesting in grassroots development. At a time when many young talents struggle with limited access to quality training and education, Camavinga’s initiative is expected to create a platform for hope and opportunity.
As construction and planning move forward, the academy and school are set to stand as a lasting contribution to Angola’s youth, reinforcing Camavinga’s belief that true success is measured not only by trophies, but by the lives one helps to shape.
