Rovers FC proudly announces that the U13 Elite Programme squad will depart for France on June 1 for a three-week expedition to compete in the renowned Madewis Cup (June 5–8), featuring Juventus CF, Paris FC and a Junior Premier League Selection. This follows successful French tours in 2023 and 2024 against AC Milan, Dallas FC, Benfica and Olympique de Marseille, solidifying Rovers’ presence on the international stage.

Rovers’ Elite Programme has nurtured these players since age 8 through four weekly training sessions and competitive fixtures. This four-year investment in technical mastery, physical conditioning and tactical acumen—supported by data-driven performance analysis and international exposure—produced an undefeated National League season in 2024/25. Rovers outscored opponents by over 200 goals and secured 17 national selections due to outstanding technical and physical results in the SFF selection tests, matching elite-level European standards for their age group.

The summer expedition promises exceptional prestige: group-stage clashes in the Madewis Cup against top-tier youth squads, followed by high-profile friendlies with academies such as Olympique Lyonnais and other distinguished clubs across southern France. These encounters will challenge Rovers’ players, accelerate their development and further cement Rovers FC’s reputation as the premier leader in youth player development.

Following the French expedition (June 1–21), the 17 selected players will remain in France for a five-week U13 national selection camp under the SFF’s Technical Director as part of FIFA’s Talent Development Scheme (TDS). The remainder of the U13 squad will return to Seychelles to resume domestic training and competitions.