Villarreal CF Women's
Pro Pathway
Villarreal CF Women’s Pro Pathway
For the first time, Villarreal CF Women is hosting an official professional scouting showcase in the United States. Players will be identified directly by the decision-makers responsible for building the Villarreal CF Women’s professional team. This event is open to players from 18 to 23 years of age who will receive a professional evaluation from the director and coordinator of Villarreal CF Women’s Program Sergi Campos, as well as members of the first team’s coaching staff.
THIS IS NOT ANOTHER SHOWCASE. THIS IS NOT ANOTHER CAMP. THIS IS A PROFESSIONAL SCOUTING EVENT.
The Goal: Identify elite talent ready to compete in European professional football.
2026 Scouting Event Details
- Winter Break
- Regions: North California, South California, Texas & South East
- Age Group: Women 18 to 23 years old
- 1 day event in each location
- Training Kit: included
- Price: $165
- Spots are limited to maintain a high-level evaluation environment.
What does the event include?
The event offers a professional football experience in which players take part in a structured evaluation event designed to highlight their talent within a high-performance environment. The program provides official club equipment, training sessions led by qualified coaches, and detailed assessments carried out by professional staff following elite performance standards. Throughout the event, players train, compete, and receive direct feedback, allowing them to demonstrate their abilities while gaining valuable exposure.
Who is this tryout for?
The Pro Pathway event is created for female players aged 18 to 23 who aspire to compete at a professional level within an international environment. Hosted by Villarreal CF Women, it welcomes athletes from diverse backgrounds - college, semi-professional, professional, gap year, or high school - offering a professional setting where their talent can be evaluated and developed. The program is designed to support ambitious players seeking visibility, international exposure, and a clear pathway toward a professional football career.
What is our objective?
The objective of the Villarreal CF Women Pro Pathway event is to provide players with international professional opportunities through visibility, structure, and a competitive environment within the Villarreal CF platform. It supports both sporting and personal development by offering guidance, performance exposure, and career planning tools. Through this experience, players can grow within Villarreal’s environment while opening pathways to new opportunities and advancing their football careers.
Villarreal CF Women's Coaching Staff
- Villarreal CF Women Director & Coordinator since 2023
- Villarreal CF Women Assistant Coach from 2020 to 2023 in LigaF
- Villarreal CF Academy Coach from 2015 to 2020
Joan Goterris
Villarreal CF Women's Analyst & Scout
- Villarreal CF Women Analyst & Scout
- Villarreal CF Women Assistant Coach 2020/21
- Villarreal CF Women Assistant Coach 2021/22 in LigaF
- Villarreal CF Women Academy Coach from 2022 to 2024
- Villarreal CF Women Analyst from 2024 to 2026
Success Stories

Salma Paralluelo
Former Villarreal CF Player - Currently Plays for FC Barcelona
- FIFA Women's World Cup Winner
- UEFA Women's Nations League Winner
- FIFA U20 Women's World Cup Winner
- FIFA U17 Women's World Cup Winner
- UEFA Women's U17 Championship
- Two-time winner of the UEFA Women’s Champions League.
- Two-time third-place finisher in the Ballon d’Or
Hannah Hampton
Former Villarreal CF Player - Currently Plays for Chelsea FC
- Named World’s Best Goalkeeper in 2025 at the The Best FIFA Football Awards.
- Runner-up at the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2023.
- Two-time winner of the UEFA Women’s Championship.
- Winner of the Danish Women’s League.
- Winner of the FA Women’s Cup.
- Winner of the Arnold Clark Cup
20%
OF OUR VILLARREAL CF WOMEN'S FIRST TEAM PLAYERS ARE INTERNATIONAL
10 +
DIFFERENT NATIONALITIES IN
OUR WOMEN'S YOUTH ACADEMY
15
OF OUR PLAYERS HAVE BEEN
SELECTED TO PLAY FOR THEIR COUNTRY
Professional Life in Spain
Villarreal is a calm and safe Mediterranean city located on the east coast of Spain, with a warm climate throughout the year and a strong soccer tradition.
As a player of Villarreal CF, you will live in a professional environment with top-level sports facilities, support from the club, and the opportunity to develop your career in European soccer.
Just minutes from the beach, with excellent gastronomy and a high quality of life, Villarreal offers the perfect balance between professional soccer and the experience of living in Spain.
Registration
If you believe you are ready for the next level, this is your moment.
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Do I need a European passport?
No. Players must be eligible to sign with a European club under FIFA regulations. This may include EU/US passport holders or players meeting specific eligibility criteria.
Is this an official Villarreal CF event?
Yes. The Villarreal CF Women Pro Path event is an official Villarreal CF scouting and recruitment initiative led directly by the club’s soccer department.
Is a professional contract guaranteed?
Players’ selection is based entirely on sporting merit and eligibility.
What does the selected player receive?
The selected player will receive a professional contract within Villarreal CF’s team in Spain, subject to final contractual agreements and regulatory compliance.
Who will evaluate the players?
Players will be evaluated by: Villarreal CF Women’s Football Director; Villarreal CF First Team coaching staff; Villarreal Academy Coordinator.
How are players selected for the recruiting event?
All applications are reviewed first by Villarreal CF’s Scouting department. Players will train and compete at a 1 day event. Registered player(s) will receive an official invitation via email.
What age groups are eligible?
Eligible age categories are players 18 to 23 years old.
Is there a participation fee?
Participation fees cover event logistics, facility use, staffing and operational costs. Fees do not influence selection decisions.





