Mathis Eboue and Tyrique George: Rising stars of the Chelsea academy

Mathis Eboue, the son of former Arsenal star Emmanuel Eboue, has taken a significant step in his footballing journey by signing with Chelsea FC.

Beginning his footballing journey at the tender age of five, Mathis showcased his talents at the Pro FA, playing as an under-7 and under-8, where he won several accolades, including victories at the prestigious tournament summer of Omonia. His impressive performances earned him a place in Arsenal’s academy as an under-9. However, in 2020, Mathis had to deal with the disappointment of being released by Arsenal, leading him to return to amateur football with Pro FA FC.

Despite this setback, Mathis attracted the attention of many clubs, including Chelsea, and eventually signed with Watford FC. His time at Watford proved transformative, as he thrived in the youth set-up, earning the opportunity to represent England and gradually improving his game.

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Socratis Socratous, affectionately known as Sox, President of Pro FA FC and scout for Chelsea, commented on Mathis’ journey: “Mathis has always been a real force on the pitch, often playing against older opponents and giving them It’s quite fascinating to see how the football ecosystem works; Chelsea initially overlooked him at the age of six and twelve, only to recognize his talent later. player development can vary. It is not because a young person finds himself in a C team or does not immediately receive a contract that his potential is less.

Aurelie, Mathis’ mother, undeniably plays a central role in his development. She always supported him without trying to coach him, never expressing disappointment in his performance. Always at his side, she is present at every match, whatever the weather conditions, showing unwavering faith in her son.

“Last year was remarkable for Pro FA, especially with Mathis securing his place at Chelsea and Tyrique George, who joined us at Pro FA at the age of eight, making his first team debut for Chelsea These are real proud milestones for us all.”