City’s youth system has two main sides: the Elite Development Squad, a mainly Under-23 team, and the Under-18 Academy team.
| Reserve team | Elite Development Squad (EDS), mainly Under-23 |
|---|---|
| Under-18s | Manchester City Academy team |
| Premier League 2 titles | 2020-21 and 2021-22 |
| Latest FA Youth Cup | 2025-26 |
| EDS home ground | Joie Stadium |
| Best UEFA Youth League run | Semi-final, 2017-18 |
History
City have fielded a reserve side since 1892 and won the Central League in 1977-78, 1986-87 and 1999-2000. The EDS has played in the Under-21 Premier League, now Premier League 2, since 2012-13.
Facilities
The academy is based at the City Football Academy. See the training ground page.
