Zvezda’s football academy is not just a local pride, it’s a global phenomenon! According to the latest list from the International Centre for Sports Studies (CIES), this Belgrade-based academy has impressively ranked 8th in the world by the number of players currently playing in the 55 strongest leagues worldwide. Yes, you read that right – 8th place! Ahead of many big clubs, only giants like Real Madrid, Benfica, Barcelona, Ajax, Sporting, River Plate, and Defensor from Uruguay stand above.
A total of 81 players who spent at least three years at Zvezda’s academy between the ages of 15 and 21 are now playing in the top leagues worldwide. This number overshadows many European and global football schools. While many wonder where Serbian talents are, Zvezda not only finds them but also nurtures them into true stars of the future.
This CIES list is not just a statistic – it’s proof that serious work is being done in Belgrade, producing players ready for the biggest challenges. Real Madrid with 94, Barcelona with 92, and Ajax with 92 players are the only clubs ahead of Zvezda, which speaks volumes about the quality and tradition of this academy.
Zvezda’s academy is a true talent mine, with its players scattered all over the world, from Europe to South America. This fact sheds new light on Serbian football and its potential. While many complain about the state of domestic football, Zvezda shows that it can be done differently – creating and exporting top-level football.
Of course, it’s not all perfect. The challenges are huge, the competition brutal, but Zvezda has proven that with persistence and the right work, you can reach the top. While some clubs struggle to keep their talents, Zvezda successfully places them in the strongest leagues worldwide, which is the goal of any serious academy.
If you thought Serbian football was on the sidelines, think again. Zvezda’s academy is here to prove you wrong and show that football stars are born in Serbia that the world wants to watch. So, what do you think? Proud of this success or still looking for flaws? Drop a comment, let’s see who’s for and who’s against – because news like this deserves loud and proud talk!
