CX26 – Modern Day Player Pathway Conference

Coaching Xchange, in partnership with London FA and the University of Greenwich, brings you two coaching conferences in one incredible day.
Whether you work in the men’s or women’s game, CX26 offers a unique opportunity to learn, connect, and develop within your specific pathway.

Conference Theme: The Future of Player Development
This year’s event is built around the modern game and what coaches need to know to stay ahead:
• FA Future Fit – What modern, player-centred coaching really looks like, aligned to the latest changes in youth football formats
• Talent Identification – Looking beyond the obvious to recognise true potential
• Futsal – Developing speed of thought, technical quality, and decision-making
• Youth Development in the Women’s Game – Creating sustainable, high-quality environments for the next generation

Design Your Own Coaching Experience
For the first time at a Coaching Xchange conference, you can build your own personalised schedule, choosing from a range of workshops and practical sessions tailored to your interests and coaching context.

FA Future Fit Festival
As part of the day, experience the FA Future Fit Festival at lunchtime, where you’ll see the 3v3 format for U6/U7s in action — giving players more touches, more involvement, and more opportunities to learn through play.

Event Details
• Date: Sunday 7th June 2026
• Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Venue: University of Greenwich, Avery Hill Campus, South Site, SE9 2UG
• Cost:
o Early Bird: £50
o Full Price: £65

Workshops Include
• How to exploit space with and without the ball in Futsal
• 1v1 & 2v2 fundamentals in Futsal
• Games that allow multiple focuses in Futsal
• Managing ACL injuries in Women’s Football
• Physical performance testing and profiling for footballers
• Using technology in grassroots football (video for observation & feedback)
• Coaching female players – understanding the why and the how
• Pressing in the Foundation Phase
• In-possession coaching in the Youth Development Phase
• Closing the gap between Talent ID and coaching

Guest Coaches & CPD
We’ll be announcing a range of top guest coaches delivering sessions on the day very soon.
All attendees will receive 6 FA Accredited CPD hours, automatically added to their FAN account.

Be Part of It
CX26 is more than just a conference — it’s a chance to learn, connect, and take your coaching to the next level.