On April 28, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed the conditions created at the Fergana Region Football Association center and the Neftchi youth football academy. The head of state inspected the facilities, spoke with young people, and observed the training process.

As part of measures to develop academies affiliated with professional clubs, the Neftchi youth football academy was established in 2025. It covers more than 4.5 hectares and is designed to train over 150 young athletes. The site includes six football pitches of various sizes and a physiotherapy department equipped with modern medical and rehabilitation equipment. In addition, an indoor football arena with artificial turf and an air dome was built with funds totaling $1.1 million.

To develop football to world standards and identify talented youth, a UEFA instructor and other foreign specialists have been invited to the academy.