Alianza, the heartbeat of Hispanic grassroots soccer in the United States, has partnered with ai.io, a London‑based sports‑technology company, to integrate its aiScout application into the 2026 Alianza Tour. The collaboration brings AI‑driven scouting to a community that has long been under‑represented in elite pathways.
Free Trials Open to Young Players
From May 29 through September, players aged 14 to 19 can submit their performances via the aiScout app at no cost. Alianza talent director Daina Lecuona and head of scouting Richard Felton‑Thomas will review the data and embed it into their scouting workflows, while educational sessions will guide families on using the metrics as a development tool.
Technology Driving the Scouting Revolution
ai.io’s platform relies on deep learning and computer vision to deliver markerless motion‑capture analysis through its 3DAT engine, the world’s most advanced tool of its kind. The aiScout app captures standardized drills on a smartphone, providing objective assessments that can be shared with top professional clubs, including Premier League sides and Major League Soccer.
A National Spotlight
One participant will be selected to attend the Allstate Sueño Alianza National Showcase, a premier event that connects elite prospects with scouts from across the country. This partnership underscores a shared vision of expanding opportunity through soccer and delivering cutting‑edge technology to underserved communities.
Beyond identification, the alliance aims to create a scalable pipeline that links local leagues to professional opportunities, ensuring that Hispanic players receive the same exposure and development resources as their peers.