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Forge your football legacy

Transform young lives while building a meaningful business that turns passion into purpose across the United Kingdom.

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About THE FRANCHISE

Building Confidence, Character, and Community together.

For over a decade, we’ve helped hundreds of franchisees launch thriving coaching businesses that make a real impact.

Our proven model combines expert coaching, world-class training systems, and the joy of seeing kids fall in love with the game.Whether you’re a coach, parent, or entrepreneur, our team will help you every step of the way.

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Your Own Football Empire – Backed by the UK’s Most Trusted Football coaching Brand

You’ll receive full coaching and business training, automated marketing tools, and access to a national network of supportive franchisees – giving you a purpose-driven business that grows both impact and income.

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12 Years of Football
Coaching
Excellence
Live Metrics
Data driven development across the nation. We track success not just in goals, but in growth.
Number of Franchisees
120
Number of franchises operating successfully across the network.
Active Customers
12k
Current footballers we train nationwide in our weekly academies.
Trustpilot Customer Rating
4.8
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Trustpilot rating of coaching excellence from verified parents.
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What You Get When You Join
We don’t just help you coach. We deploy a proven infrastructure to help you build a lasting, scalable business.
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Operations
Proven Business Model & Systems
Deploy our battle-tested operational blueprint designed for scalability and consistent revenue growth.
Training
Personalised Training & Mentoring
Access world-class coaching education and 1-on-1 business mentorship from industry leaders.
Marketing
Centralised Marketing Campaigns
Data-driven national campaigns that drive qualified leads directly to your booking system.
Support
Exclusive Territory & Growth Support
Own your region. We provide strategic mapping and support to dominate your local market.
Partnerships
National Partnerships & Scouting
Unlock doors for your players with our network of professional clubs and national scouts.
Tech
Tech Stack: CRM & Booking App
Full access to our proprietary software to manage bookings, payments, and player development.
Financials and Funding

Investment paths for aspiring football coaching entrepreneurs

Starting from £11,500 - scalable depending on your region and experience.

Funding support available through our trusted partners.

Voices of success

Real coaches sharing their transformative journey with We Make Footballers

"The management clearly have a vision that is child centric."

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Neil Wakeman
Academy Director, Cheshire

"I was determined to turn my passion for football into my full-time job. WMF were there at every step."

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David Pipe
Franchise owner, Essex Area

"I didn’t come from a football background, but WMF gave me the training, trust, and confidence to lead."

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SARA Fiorillo
Academy Director, Greenwich Franchise
Success Stories
Voices from the Pitch
"The management clearly have a vision that is child centric."
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Neil Wakeman
Academy Director, Cheshire
"I was determined to turn my passion for football into my full-time job. WMF were there at every step."
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David Pipe
Franchise owner, Essex Area
"The technology stack allows me to manage hundreds of kids without hiring admin staff. It's brilliant."
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Sara Fiorillo
Academy Director, Greenwich Franchise
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Technology

Cutting-edge marketing and technology investment

We provide state-of-the-art digital tools and marketing strategies to help you grow and manage your football coaching franchise.

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  • Digital booking and management system

  • Targeted local marketing campaigns

  • Performance tracking and analytics

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Support

Comprehensive training and ongoing franchise support

We invest in your success with world-class training, marketing resources, and continuous professional development.

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  • Professional coaching curriculum

  • Advanced marketing and tech platforms

  • Continuous learning and development

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“The management clearly have a vision that is child centric .”

Neil Wakeman, Franchise Owner, Cheshire

Franchise success stories

Real stories from our franchise owners

Hear how our franchise owners transformed their passion for football into successful, thriving businesses across the UK.

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Franchise in focus: Aberdeen

Learn more about what it's like to run a We Make Footballers franchise through the journey of David, Academy Director of our Aberdeen franchise.

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