Success Stories

From Madrid to the world — meet the players who have gone through the Getafe International Madrid Football Academy program and are now competing at the highest level.

REAL STORIES

mEET THE PLAYERS

Every player who joins Getafe International Madrid Football Academy arrives with a dream. These are the ones who turned it into reality. From training at Getafe CF’s facilities in Madrid to competing in NCAA Division I programs and professional leagues in the United States, our alumni prove that the pathway works. Explore their stories and see where the Getafe International MFA experience can take you.

Max Sakae Ogawa

NC State Wolfpack — NCAA Division I
Defensive Midfielder

From Getafe International MFA to NCAA Division I — combining elite football with academic development in the United States.

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Alexander Ian Krehl

Chattanooga FC — MLS NEXT Pro
Striker

A decisive stoppage-time goal, a promotion through the Spanish leagues, and now professional football in the USA.

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Diego Benavente

UP Langreo — Segunda RFEF
Central Midfielder

From GIMFA to semi-professional football in Spain — now competing in Segunda RFEF with UP Langreo.

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Markus Anderson

Brooklyn FC / Philadelphia Union
Winger

From GIMFA to professional football in the United States — explosive winger now playing in MLS and USL Championship.

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Tawona Makumbe

AD Villaviciosa de Odón
Central Midfielder

Four seasons at GIMFA, a signing with Getafe CF División de Honor, and a steady climb through senior football in Spain.

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Nico Barrera

AD Villaviciosa de Odón
Winger

Nico Barrera’s progression through led him from youth promotion to senior football in Madrid’s regional divisions.

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Bonginkosi “Bobo” Phala

Pozuelo de Alarcón B
Centre-Back

Four seasons at GIMFA and a signing with Getafe CF División de Honor — one of the most notable defensive success stories.

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