Valencia CF's esteemed academy has made notable strides on the international stage, as evidenced by the recent selection of player Ismail El Aoud for the Morocco U-18 national team. This promising young talent is participating in a training camp from September 21 to October 6 in Barcelona. The Royal Moroccan Football Federation announced the squad, which allows Morocco's U-18 team to engage in three friendly matches during this period. Ismail El Aoud, born in 2009, has already made appearances with the VCF Mestalla and is recognized for his consistent contributions to Morocco's youth teams. He has previously achieved success by winning the U-17 Africa Cup and competing in the last U-17 World Cup.
The inclusion of Ismail El Aoud in the Moroccan U-18 squad underscores the effectiveness and dedication of Valencia CF's academy in nurturing talent. Last season, a total of 30 academy players were called up for various national teams across America, Europe, and Africa, showcasing the academy's commitment to developing footballing prowess on a global scale. This achievement not only highlights the individual talents of the players but also reflects the rigorous training and development programs implemented at the academy.
As reported by valenciacf.com.