Lucknow, Jan. 12 -- Lucknow is set to become a hub for aspiring young footballers as the Bhaichung Bhutia Football Schools (BBFS) will conduct scouting trials in the city on January 18 to identify promising student-athletes for its Residential Academy. The trials will be held at the Dilkusha Football Ground, with participants required to report at 9:30 AM.

The scouting programme is open to footballers born between 2010 and 2015. Those taking part must carry a valid government-issued identity card for verification and arrive in complete football gear, including jersey, shorts, football boots and mandatory shin guards. Given the high-intensity nature of the session, participants are also advised to bring their own water bottles or hydration ...