“For many years now we have had a wonderful relationship with our friends at Galacticos. Dating back to our Platt Lane days, we have welcomed Galacticos into our Academy for many excellent and competitive friendlies. The games have always been played in a great spirit, with player development at the heart. Galacticos always find and nurture great young footballers and we hope to continue to work with them for many more years to come. They are always welcome at the City Football Academy.”
Nick Power (Manchester City FC)
“After being introduced to Galacticos, I was put on a six-week intensive training program which took my fitness to a level it had never been before. I then showed a desire to go and play abroad and Galacticos were able to make that happen for me. I would highly recommend to any young footballer (looking for help both on and off the field), to contact Galacticos. You will not be disappointed.”
Charlie Scott (Kitchee Sports Club)
“Tony has a really special place in my heart. he taught me the core values of perseverance through hard work and belief. Chasing my dream with him since I was 13 years old, I’ve realised that you can achieve anything if you have the required passion and support.
Tony taught me (and my older brother) to never be satisifed and to always strive to work harder after achievement. I view him as the Godfather of football development.
Sam Scarth (West Texas A&M University)
“For someone wanting to work in football, the in-depth knowledge and opportunities Tony has provided me with have been a massive help,. Tony is someone who will quickly identify what is best for you and will help you take the steps necessary to reach the best of your potential. The work and ambition Tony has towards helping youngsters achieve their goals is massively inspiring and I highly advise building a relationship with him, as he will dedicate a lot of his time to you..”
Joe Rutherford (Durham University)
“When I met Tony I was a boy who had the attributes and talent to make it in football. However, since then he has guided me through a long and deprtessing injury spell, which included a broken back in two places, and helped me to mature into a man with character on and off the pitch.
Tony has massively helped me improve my mentality by standing by me through thick and thin. Tony isn’t just a mentor to me, he is my inspiration, a true friend, part of my family and a great coach.”
Ole Partington (Altrincham FC U23s)
“ I have worked with Galacticos very closely over the last couple of seasons. Tonys dedication to player development is outstanding and that has shown with the amount of players he has supported.
In my time at Fleetwood Town International Football Academy we have worked with numerous players which Tony has identified for us. I have seen first hand the positive impact Tony has on players which has help them to succeed on there individual journeys.
We look forward to solidifying our partnership further and working closely with Galacticos over the coming months and years.”
Ryan Vaugh (COO Fleetwood Town Football Group)
"I will be forever grateful to Galacticos Soccer Academy. Before joining them, going to America was never even an idea. Now that I have graduated (with two degrees) and had four great years of football, I want to say how thankful I am to have come through their fantastic programme, which always puts the needs of the youngsters first.”
Matthew Bainbridge (Francis Marion University)
"I’ve held various positions in the pro game focussing on developing youngsters. I’ve known Tony for many years, and it’s always been evident that his desire for player development and helping individuals progress is outstanding. He has provided local players with a pathway into the professional game and supported their progression throughout. He is trustworthy and reliable and is somebody that adds value to the game."
Andy Parkinson (Tranmere Rovers FC)
“I’ve been mentored by Tony for over four years and without him, I would never have survived the worst time in my football career. He has always treated me as family and I consider him a father figure, who is always there for me whenever I need guidance on and of the pitch. Tony’s greatest trait is that he passionately teaches young players that no one can stop them but themselves.”
Billy Whitehouse (IDA Sheffield)
“Having known Tony for a number of years, it is a privilege to get to work with him so closely. He is trustworthy, reliable, and has nothing but the best interests of the people he works with in mind. He is a fantastic mentor and anyone who has the opportunity to work with him should jump at the chance to do so.
It’s very rare to see people care for players and guide them in the way Tony does.”
Jonathan Shaw (Union College of Kentucky)
"My 40+ years’ experience in football as a coach, company director and pro academy scout has allowed me to see elite youth development at top level clubs and organisations across the world. I have known Tony for 20 years, working alongside him to provide youngsters with football and educational opportunities. As a key partner of Galacticos, we strongly value our collaborations on innovative projects around the world."
Jimmy Hayes (Pro Soccer Global)
“Under Tony’s guidance, I earned a USA soccer scholarship and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Biology, and now have a thriving coaching business in Georgia. I will always be grateful for what Tony has done for me and I know he will always be there for me if I need him in future. I highly advise any young aspiring footballer to get into contact with Tony and build the relationship that I still share today, because once you join Galacticos you become family.”
Tyler Hudson (Shankly Elite Training USA)
“I have known Tony for over 15 years and he is a fantastic mentor to young individuals who are pursuing careers in professional football. Tony's passion for football is truly inspiring, and his dedication to helping young people achieve their full potential is remarkable. I highly recommend Tony to anyone looking for a skilled and dedicated mentor in the world of professional football. He is truly an inspiration, and I feel privileged to have worked with him over the years.”
Charlie Jackson (Matrix Soccer Academy)
“Tony and I started mentoring kids while in college. From there he has gone on to be amongst a rare group that has earned my highest respect and devotion. He is refreshingly honest, inspiring, and any player having him as a mentor is very fortunate. For decades we have spoken about youth development on/off the field and I am always convinced that any young player Tony comes across has been impacted in a positive way. It is my honour to be affiliated with him.”
Pat Johnston (Duke team/room mate 1982 - 84)
“Galacticos is not just about football, it is about learning key skills and traits to help you succeed in life. At the core of Tony’s teaching is having the right mentality and clearly understanding that you only get out what you put in. His knowledge, guidance and constant encouragement helped me secure a USA soccer scholarship, allowing me to obtain mu undergraduate degree and continue onto my Master’s, while playing football at a very high level.
My family and I cannot thank him enough and I know he will always be there for me”
Joe Dauly (Northwood University, USA)
“Tony has been a great mentor - he sorts everything out really quick and is always available.
He is supportive and understands what I need and coaches with advice at the same time.
He understands what the needs are of individuals wanting to progress in football and I know he always has my best interests at all times.”
Bailey Rhodes (Lincoln University, USA)
"Across my 20+ years working professionally in football, Tony Robinson is one of the finest individuals I’ve had the pleasure of working with. Integrity is at the heart of everything that Tony does and the level of care and support that he offers the players he works with is second to none. His positivity and problem solving mindset has been a real inspiration to me and I hugely look forward to our partnership growing even stronger in the future.”
Lee Picton (Sporting Director South Shields FC)
“Having Tony as my mentor means everything to me. Not only is he a fantastic mentor but also a friend.
Through the hardships of injury and credential issues he has helped guide me to fully believing in myself. He opened my eyes to a whole new side of football in England. It is never too early to make a change in life. Tony teaches you ‘The Secret’ for success, with no end in sight.”
Gino Valenti (Hartpury University & College)
“I take great pleasure in sharing my experience with Tony. His character is what stands out the most. He is always honest and passionately wants to guide others to carry themselves to the highest standards. I am very fortunate to be one of those people constantly learning from Tony. He never ceases to seek out any opportunity he can to make me a better person, coach, and scout. I am extremely grateful to him for all he has done for me.”
Kyle Johnston (College of Charleston, SC)
“Galacticos is a place for you to learn and improve yourself, not only as a player, but as a person too. You will learn from a top coach, who pushes you to improve every session.
I trained at Galacticos for several years and Tony helped me to develop the mentality, athleticism and technical ability every time I trained with him.
He provides a great environment to learn and play football in.”
Robert Apter (Blackpool FC - EFL League 2 Player of the Year 2023/24)
“I first contacted Tony after hearing about him from some of the best young footballers in Liverpool, who were all Galacticos. His legendary training sessions focus on improving fitness, technique and mentality. However, I think his biggest impact is his advice and guidance to help you improve as a plerson
Tony helped me get a USA soccer scholarship, and I highly recommend him and Galacticos, to any young player committed to fulfilling their personal, academic and sporting potential.”
Patrick Carney (Upper Iowa University, USA)
“I will forever be in debt to Tony for providing the guidance and discipline that not only shaped me as a player but as a person. Tony’s commitment to the welfare & development of players is truly remarkable. He works tirelessly to share his knowledge of football (on and off the pitch) with his players, to turn them into good players and human beings.
I feel incredibly fortunate to have worked with Tony during such formative years in my life and give my highest recommendation.”
James Pilkington (CEO Ascend GK Academy, Indiana, USA)
“Tony has been a crucial part in my football journey since I was 12 years old. Not only does he lead by example, and passionately seek to open doors when he believes you are ready to step through them, he produces top players in every aspect.
He also drills it into you that anything is possible, and he has massively equipped me with all the tools I need to reach my potential.”
Jonny Sodhi (Captain of Curzon Ashton FC U21s)
“Tony and I hit it off from the get-go, due to our almost twin-like passion for helping young footballers achieve in life. His honesty, integrity, relentless work-ethic and intelligence, has resulted in us running a game-changing programme to put Bermudian football on the global map.
A key part of this programme is Tony’s mentoring of some of the most talented young footballers in Bermuda, and the progress to date has been phenomenal. I call him Brother and I mean it.”
Dennis Brown (President of the Bermuda Football Coaches Association)
“Working with Tony has been an absolute joy. Over the past few years, I’ve come to appreciate the profound impact he has had on my life and the outstanding outcomes we’ve achieved together.
In today’s world, it’s rare to find someone as trustworthy and dependable as Tony, who genuinely prioritizes the well-being of those he works with.
The more you get to know him, the more you realize the incredible changes he can help bring to your life. Many people need someone like Tony — a missing piece that can truly elevate their journey to their dreams.”
Badr Ajdiri (CEO Swift Football Services, Morocco & USA)