Two football academies in Kyrgyzstan receive elite AFC status

The national football academy Dostuk and the academy named after Asylbek Momunov have received the status of elite academies of the Asian Football Confederation. This was reported by the Kyrgyz Football Union.

Dostuk Academy has been assigned 'Three Stars' status — the highest in the AFC Elite Youth Scheme program. The academy named after Asylbek Momunov received 'Two Stars' status. The KFU itself raised its membership level in the program from one star to two.

The AFC noted the union's long-term development strategy, the regular holding of youth competitions, a system for identifying talented footballers across the country, and investment in football infrastructure.

The program is aimed at improving the quality of training of young players for professional clubs and national teams. The assessment takes into account the qualifications of coaches, the organization of competitions, training conditions, medical support, education and the safety of pupils. Participation provides for interaction with AFC specialists, and international recognition can help academies attract sponsors and partners.

Compliance with the requirements must be maintained: a re-assessment is scheduled in three years. The Kyrgyz Football Union has participated in the AFC Elite Youth Scheme since April 2020, when it received 'One Star' status. In November 2024, the AFC extended its membership at that level.