Metalurg 1957 (Pernik) and FC Metalurg Academy (Pernik) announce a joint project, which will start in the new year), announced the Metalurg Academy website. The two teams have entered into a partnership regarding the development of the two clubs towards a common goal, namely for the two clubs to join forces in the direction of Metalurg's men's team to climb to a higher group. This will provide a better future for all youth formations that exist in both structures, BTA reported.
Currently, both teams are competing in the Pernik A regional group, with Metalurg in 1st place with 22 points, while Metalurg Academy occupies 3rd position with 19.
"The first task for both clubs is to build and select strong children's and youth teams that will fight for participation in elite groups, participation in the strongest preparatory groups in Sofia and participation in strong international tournaments. The first step of the project started at the beginning of the new year and aims to form a strong men's team that will attack entry into the "B" group. The next step will begin in the upcoming 2025/26 season, which will encompass the restructuring of the entire youth school," says the announcement on the Metalurg Academy website.
Metalurg (Pernik) as a club has a long history and is one of the traditional teams in the Southwest, with quite a lot of experience in the highest level of Bulgarian football. Created as a symbol of the working spirit and perseverance of the people of the region, the team has recently been competing at the lowest amateur level.
The newly established Metalurg Academy, in turn, has become a development center for young football players in Pernik. With modern methodology and highly qualified coaches, the Academy manages to offer excellent training and create conditions for the growth and development of its graduates. The Academy's main focus is not only sports training, but also the upbringing of young players in the spirit of responsibility, discipline and the pursuit of excellence.