Budding Sri Lanka football players get further boost from AC Milan

Ambassador of Italy (Sri Lanka–Maldives), Damiano Francovigh (right) and the President of the Colombo Athletic and Football Club, Ajai Vir Singh at the media briefing on Monday

By Susil Premalal

Italian club AC Milan returned to Sri Lanka for the second edition of its AC Milan Junior Camp hosted in partnership with the Colombo Athletic & Football Academy. 

The Camp commenced on Monday and will end on Saturday for boys and girls within the ages of 6 and 17 providing what is said to be world-class football training under certified AC Milan coaches.

According to officials, it marks the third major youth football exposure programme in nine months, highlighting a structured, long-term collaboration aimed at developing Sri Lankan talent focusing on technical skills, physical conditioning and mental well-being, following AC Milan’s holistic training methodology.

Ajai Vir Singh, President of Colombo Athletic & Football Club, said the initiative introduces a systematic approach to sports education, covering nutrition, strength training and mental health, giving young players a platform to reach their potential.

Supporting the camp, Cinnamon Grand Colombo continues as the official hospitality partner, while brands including Prima, Omega Line, Powertech Cement, Servo, Sozo, and 3M/Mobil provide sponsorship and scholarships for aspiring players according to organisers.