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Going pro – United States vs Europe

Comparing the NCAA-to-MLS pathway with Europe’s academy-to-first-team track—and why Tenerife is the perfect bridge.

November 1, 2024

United States 🇺🇸

  • High school → NCAA soccer
  • NCAA → MLS Draft
  • MLS Draft → Pro contract + development

The U.S. pathway prioritizes academics alongside competition. Foreign tours every four years offer a rare window to train like pros and test against new styles.

Europe 🇪🇸🇬🇧🇮🇹🇫🇷

  • Youth academies → B teams
  • B teams → First Division
  • First Division → Global exposure

European academies push competitive minutes earlier and embed players in a deep football culture.

How TNA helps

Tenerife Next Academy delivers elite facilities, climate stability, and high-level scrimmages—letting U.S. programs experience a European-style camp while keeping academics in view. Bring your squad to Tenerife and give them the best of both worlds.