Where Faith Meets Football
Empowering young Muslims through sport, character, and discipline.
Who We Are
Just a little bit about myself — my name is Monju Ahmed. I am a former ex-professional footballer and School of Excellence Academy graduate. Having played and graduated through Premier League Academy systems and being involved in grassroots football for over 20 years now both in the UK & the Middle East, I am delighted to start this Academy to allow our children to flourish, develop & excel with high-level coaching and at the same time always keeping the focus and environment based on our Islamic values and etiquettes. We look forward to having your son or daughter on this exciting journey with us, inshaAllah.
Meet the Team
Professional coaches dedicated to developing young talent
Our Coaching Excellence
Our coaches have obtained their UEFA B & FA Coaching Qualifications whilst still remaining active as footballers themselves on the Semi-Professional non league scene. This combination means they are in a great position to pass on their footballing expertise to the Academy kids to help them nurture, develop, progress & grow, not only as footballers but as leaders.
The weekly focus is to plan and execute detailed age appropriate session plans focusing on a specific topic. Players are then set home practice by the coaches to help them enhance their skills even further. This we feel is a winning combination!
UEFA B Qualified
Professional coaching standards
Active Players
Semi-professional experience
Our Programs
Age-based training groups designed for optimal development
Mini Muslims
Ages 5-7 Years
Foundation skills and fun-focused activities
Junior Squad
Ages 8-11 Years
Skill development and team play
Future Stars
Ages 12-15 Years
Advanced training and competitive play
Program Features
- Separate sessions for boys and girls
- Girls-only sessions led by female coaches
- Safe, inclusive environment
- Fridays 6PM to 7:30PM
- Sunday Summer Camp in Romford
- Salah breaks
- Hadith of the week
- Islamic Integration
- Professional Coaching
See Our Academy in Action
Watch our young players develop their skills
Dribbling Training Session
Watch our players in action during training
Ball Control Training Session
Watch our academy players develop ball control skills
One Touch Play Training
Developing quick decision-making and first touch skills
Passing Techniques
Mastering accurate passing and ball distribution
Self Development
Individual skill building and personal growth
Kulture Football Festival 2025
Showcasing our talent at our first competitive tournament
Pricing
Affordable rates for quality coaching
Registration Fee
£30
for 1 child
£25 each
for 2+ children
Registration Includes:
- • Branded Deen Squad training top
- • Branded Deen Squad water bottle
- • Branded Deen Squad drawstring sports bag
Session Fee
£5
per session
Our Islamic Values
Building character through faith and sport
Prayer-Friendly Schedules
Sessions designed around prayer times with dedicated Salah breaks
Positive Character Building (Akhlaq)
Developing good character and Islamic values through sport
Respect, Discipline & Teamwork
Teaching respect for others, self-discipline, and collaborative spirit
"Faith and football side by side — our first Asr prayer in jama'ah before training."
Tournaments
Bringing Muslim academies together through sport
Muslim Unity Cup
The first annual tournament bringing together Muslim academies and teams from across East London and Essex. A celebration of faith, football, and community unity.
Date: Friday 2nd January 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Bobby Moore 4G, Pasloes Park, Dagenham RM9 5PU
Age Groups: U7 (6-a-side), U9, U11, U14 (8-a-side)
Participating Teams
Fit N Fun Club
ACM
Vallance Football Club
The Shade Centre
Central Tigers
Chelmsford Muslim Society
Al-Ansar Islamic Education Centre
East London Ballers
Burges FC
Our Sponsors
Supported by generous partners committed to our mission
Morning Stars Care Ltd
At Morning Stars Care Ltd, our mission is rooted in compassion, dignity, and respect. Every individual we care for is treated like family, and we are committed to making a real difference in their lives. Thank you for trusting us - your care is our calling.
Christine Nihonzima Babu
Registered Manager, Morning Stars Care Ltd
Location
Find us at our training venues
New Location!
From Friday 5th September
Leisure United Parsloes Park
Bobby Moore Sports Hub
Parsloes Avenue, Terrace Walk
Dagenham, United Kingdom, RM9 5PU
6:30 - 8:00 PM
Getting There
Easily accessible with parking available. Please arrive 15 minutes early for registration and warm-up.
Summer Location
Cottons Park
Cottons Approach, Romford RM7 7AA
Next to Cottons Park Car Park
Ready to Join the Deen Squad?
Frequently Asked Questions
What should my child wear?
White t-shirt (supplied when you register), black shorts, black football socks, and football boots.
Can we try a session first?
Yes, you can pay for a session (£5). If you enjoy it (which we're sure you will!), you can pay the registration fee after that.
Is it fun or competitive?
A mix. The coaches push the children to improve and each week there are specific areas that they focus on (i.e. dribbling). The aim is to make it fun, engaging and also challenge your child to improve as they learn.
Official Academy Kit Shop
Get your Deen Squad branded gear
Winter Wear Collection Now Available!
Browse our exclusive range of Deen Squad Academy branded training wear and kit. From training tops and shorts to jackets and accessories, kit out your young footballer with professional-quality gear.
Available Items:
- Training tops and t-shirts
- Quarter-zip training wear
- Wind breaker rain jackets
- Tracksuit bottoms
🚚 Fast delivery • 💳 Secure payment • 🎁 Perfect for gifts
Get In Touch
Have questions? We'd love to hear from you
Contact Information
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