Who's Next Football Trials

This is the new standard for grassroots football scouting.

We’re not hoping to change the system — we’re replacing it.

Who’s Next Football Trials gives nominated league players the chance to showcase their talent in a professional environment, assessed by UEFA-qualified coaches and club scouts. No agents. No backdoors. Just football.

Built by former pros and current scouts, our programme brings elite-level talent ID to grassroots leagues — creating a fairer, more credible pathway for players with real ability to take the next step.

For leagues: it’s about rewarding the best.
For parents: it’s a trusted platform.
For players: it’s your moment to be seen.

Ability. Opportunity. Exposure.

This is Who’s Next.

WHO'S NEXT TRIALS • HOW IT WORKS

team registration

Ready to be part of something bigger? Register your Team to join Who’s Next Trials and give your players a pathway to real opportunity.

player NOMINATIONS

You know your players best. That’s why Who’s Next starts with your nomination — recognising the talent others might miss, and putting them on the map.

TRIAL

PHASE 1

Nominated players join their local league trial to compete, and showcase their ability with professional scouts watching closely.

final trial

phase 2

Only the best make it here. A one-off showcase match in front of professional scouts and decision-makers from across the game.

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upcoming trial dates

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built for grassroots leagues
powered by experts

Who’s Next is revolutionising football scouting by bringing the process into local leagues — where talent thrives.
We’re replacing outdated, biased systems with a fair, exclusive pathway built on league nominations, professional coaching, and real opportunities in front of real scouts.
No politics. No closed doors. Just pure talent, seen the right way.

Our values

At Who’s Next, we stand for more than just football. We’re built on inclusivity, ensuring every talented player has a fair shot. We lead with integrity, keeping the process honest, transparent, and earned.
We thrive on collaboration, working hand-in-hand with grassroots leagues, coaches, and clubs.
And we aim for excellence — in every trial, every player, every outcome.

We are committed to ensuring that no talent is overlooked. Our programme is designed to be accessible to all, creating equal opportunities for players from all walks of life, ensuring that talent from diverse backgrounds can be discovered and nurtured within grassroots football.

We value the importance of working together. By collaborating closely with grassroots leagues, coaches, scouts, and professional football clubs, we create a united effort to identify and develop the next generation of football stars, fostering strong partnerships at every step of the process.

We operate with the highest standards of honesty and fairness. Our selection process is transparent and based solely on talent, ensuring every player has a fair opportunity to be seen by professional scouts. We are committed to doing what is right for the players and grassroots leagues we work with.

We strive for excellence in everything we do. From organising high-quality trials within local league environments to providing expert coaching, we are dedicated to offering an exceptional experience that helps every player grow — both as a footballer and as an individual.

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ALIVE IN THE PRESENCE OF A HOLY GOD • APRIL 09, 2023