Atlético and Kiala FC form partnership for athlete development

Atlético’s youth academy director, Luiz Carlos de Azevedo, hosted Kiala FC owners Kelly Key and Mico Freitas on August 16 to formalize a partnership aimed at recruiting and developing athletes from Africa. This arrangement includes Atlético placing a scout on the continent and sharing their youth academy methodology with Kiala. The partnership marks a unique collaboration in Brazilian football, as expressed by Azevedo, who emphasized the importance of African recruitment for the club's future. Together, both clubs believe this initiative can create opportunities for young athletes and enhance their development structures.

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