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Brentford’s academy has enjoyed a huge 24 hours. After lifting the Professional Development League trophy in its new format, the club has now confirmed its move to Category One status.

Brentford Under-21s have been crowned Professional Development League winners for 2025/26, securing top spot despite a three-point deduction earlier in the season and building on last year’s national title.
roundtable.ioBrentford U21s Win PDL Title Despite Three-Point DeductionBrentford Under-21s have been crowned Professional Development League winners for 2025/26, securing top spot despite a three-point deduction earlier in the season and building on last year’s national title.

The step up means Brentford will compete with the very best academies in the country in Premier League 2.

Brentford have been awarded Category One academy status by the Premier League, a major step for the club that comes days after their Under-21s won the Professional Development League title.
roundtable.ioBrentford Academy Awarded Category One Status By Premier LeagueBrentford have been awarded Category One academy status by the Premier League, a major step for the club that comes days after their Under-21s won the Professional Development League title.