Chelsea confirm name change ahead of new season
Chelsea have announced that the club’s Under-21 and Under-19 teams will be rebranded as Cobham Next Gen, CNG, starting from the upcoming season, under the leadership of head coach Harry Hudson. The Blues on Tuesday issued an official statement explaining the rationale behind the decision. The statement read: “The new name more accurately reflects the age profile […] Chelsea confirm name change…
Chelsea has announced that its Under-21 and Under-19 teams will be renamed Cobham Next Gen, CNG, for the upcoming season, under the guidance of head coach Harry Hudson. The club's official statement outlined the reasoning behind this decision, emphasizing the name's accuracy in reflecting the age of the team. Last season, the squad's average age was closer to that of an Under-18 group, with many players as young as 16 years old regularly participating.
The new name, Cobham Next Gen, better aligns with the team's role within the Academy, representing a group of young players who are progressing towards senior football and competing at a higher level. Chelsea's Academy has a history of developing players for the men's team, with current senior squad members such as Reece James, Levi Colwill, and Josh Acheampong among its graduates.
Many others have achieved successful careers in English football and top European leagues, highlighting the quality of the Chelsea development program. The launch of Cobham Next Gen further strengthens the Academy's identity by symbolizing the players' advancement through Cobham and the opportunities they have as they continue their development towards the men's game.
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