This week, 37 young talents enrolled in the “Elite Youth Development Academy” participated in a special meeting with Alban Bushi, coach of the Albania national under-21 football team. He held an open conversation with the boys, first sharing his own life story and then engaging them in discussion.

Coach Bushi spoke about the beginnings of his career as a footballer—both at club level and with the national team—highlighting the challenges and sacrifices he made in pursuit of his dream to become a professional player. He emphasized the importance of wearing the national team jersey and representing all Albanians worldwide.

The young players actively participated, asking questions about key moments in his career, such as his most memorable goal, favorite player, toughest opponents, and the emotions experienced in matches with the national team.

At the end of the session, Coach Bushi offered guidance for young players based on his personal experience as both a footballer and now a coach. He stressed that it is crucial for a young player to have a clear goal, work passionately toward it, maintain discipline, and collaborate with the team to achieve both individual and collective objectives.