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Ambassadors
International football icons with a strategic role in the academy, providing mentorship, inspiration, and direct access to professional opportunities for young talents.
Their experience at the elite level offers a privileged insight into high performance, equipping players with the mindset, discipline, and preparation needed to compete at the highest level.
Additionally, their extensive network of contacts in clubs, federations, and sports agencies maximizes international career opportunities, enhancing the players’ professional projection.
Gustavo Poyet
Former elite player and coach with a distinguished international career, bringing his experience and global vision of professional football to inspire and strengthen the competitive mindset of the academy’s students.
Fernando Torres
Counting on Gustavo Poyet as an Academy’s Ambassador brings exceptional value to the development and projection of young footballers.
Carlos Bucero
Counting on Gustavo Poyet as an Academy’s Ambassador brings exceptional value to the development and projection of young footballers.
Corporate Executive Team
The academy’s executive team is composed of professionals with extensive experience in professional football and sports management.
Their mission is to ensure the sustainability and growth of the project by establishing strategic partnerships, maintaining operational excellence, and positioning the academy as a leading institution for talent development.
Toni Muñoz
Co Founder Honorary President
Former professional player and sports director with a successful career in football, bringing his vision and institutional leadership to strengthen the project's identity and core values.
Gonzalo Fernández de Córdoba
Co-Founder – President
Responsible for the academy’s strategic vision and development, his leadership drives the project's sustainable growth and international expansion.
Roger Corral
Co-Founder – Academy Director
Oversees the academy’s operations and management, ensuring that each area functions efficiently and aligns with high-performance and training standards.
Daniel Gómez
Co-Fouder – General Manager
Leads the planning, execution, and supervision of the corporate strategy, ensuring operational excellence and optimal resource utilization to drive the project's success.
Technical Staff
Dani Luque
Head coach and methodology director
Drives the implementation of the academy’s training methodology, ensuring that players receive instruction aligned with the highest professional football standards. His approach, rooted in sports science and technological innovation, fosters the comprehensive development of each player.
Ambassadors
Gustavo
Poyet
Counting on Gustavo Poyet as an Academy’s Ambassador brings exceptional value to the development and projection of young footballers. His extensive international career as both a player and coach provide a global perspective on professional football, constituting a top-level role model. His role is to inspire, mentor, and guide future generations, sharing his experience in elite football and strengthening the academy’s connections within the professional football environment.
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His presence reinforces the academy’s commitment to preparing young footballers with a professional mindset, helping them understand the demands of elite football and opening doors to professional opportunities. Furthermore, his extensive network of contacts with clubs and national teams worldwide will strengthen the academy’s growth and projection in the global football landscape.
Coaching Career
Gustavo Poyet has managed teams in some of the most prestigious leagues in Europe, establishing his reputation as a top-level coach. He has led teams in the English Premier League (Sunderland, Brighton), LaLiga (Real Betis Balompié), and Ligue 1 (Girondins de Bordeaux). Additionally, he has coached the Greece National Team, gaining invaluable experience in managing national squads and nurturing players at the highest level.
Professional Playing Career
As a player, he competed in three of the world’s most competitive leagues. After beginning his career in Argentina and France, he solidified his place in European football with outstanding performances for Real Zaragoza (1990-97), Chelsea FC (1997-01), and Tottenham Hotspur (2001-04). On the international stage, he represented Uruguay, earning 29 caps for his national team.
Titles and Achievements
Throughout his distinguished career, he has won multiple prestigious titles, including:
🏆 Copa América (1995)
🏆 2 UEFA Cup Winners’ Cups (1994-95, 1997-99)
🏆 UEFA Super Cup (1998-99)
🏆 Copa del Rey (1993)
🏆 FA Cup (1999-00)
🏆 Community Shield (1999-00)
Fernando
Torres
Carlos
Bucero
Counting on Gustavo Poyet as an Academy’s Ambassador brings exceptional value to the development and projection of young footballers. His extensive international career as both a player and coach provide a global perspective on professional football, constituting a top-level role model. His role is to inspire, mentor, and guide future generations, sharing his experience in elite football and strengthening the academy’s connections within the professional football environment.
See more
His presence reinforces the academy’s commitment to preparing young footballers with a professional mindset, helping them understand the demands of elite football and opening doors to professional opportunities. Furthermore, his extensive network of contacts with clubs and national teams worldwide will strengthen the academy’s growth and projection in the global football landscape.
Coaching Career
Gustavo Poyet has managed teams in some of the most prestigious leagues in Europe, establishing his reputation as a top-level coach. He has led teams in the English Premier League (Sunderland, Brighton), LaLiga (Real Betis Balompié), and Ligue 1 (Girondins de Bordeaux). Additionally, he has coached the Greece National Team, gaining invaluable experience in managing national squads and nurturing players at the highest level.
Professional Playing Career
As a player, he competed in three of the world’s most competitive leagues. After beginning his career in Argentina and France, he solidified his place in European football with outstanding performances for Real Zaragoza (1990-97), Chelsea FC (1997-01), and Tottenham Hotspur (2001-04). On the international stage, he represented Uruguay, earning 29 caps for his national team.
Titles and Achievements
Throughout his distinguished career, he has won multiple prestigious titles, including:
🏆 Copa América (1995)
🏆 2 UEFA Cup Winners’ Cups (1994-95, 1997-99)
🏆 UEFA Super Cup (1998-99)
🏆 Copa del Rey (1993)
🏆 FA Cup (1999-00)
🏆 Community Shield (1999-00)
Counting on Gustavo Poyet as an Academy’s Ambassador brings exceptional value to the development and projection of young footballers. His extensive international career as both a player and coach provide a global perspective on professional football, constituting a top-level role model. His role is to inspire, mentor, and guide future generations, sharing his experience in elite football and strengthening the academy’s connections within the professional football environment.
See more
His presence reinforces the academy’s commitment to preparing young footballers with a professional mindset, helping them understand the demands of elite football and opening doors to professional opportunities. Furthermore, his extensive network of contacts with clubs and national teams worldwide will strengthen the academy’s growth and projection in the global football landscape.
Coaching Career
Gustavo Poyet has managed teams in some of the most prestigious leagues in Europe, establishing his reputation as a top-level coach. He has led teams in the English Premier League (Sunderland, Brighton), LaLiga (Real Betis Balompié), and Ligue 1 (Girondins de Bordeaux). Additionally, he has coached the Greece National Team, gaining invaluable experience in managing national squads and nurturing players at the highest level.
Professional Playing Career
As a player, he competed in three of the world’s most competitive leagues. After beginning his career in Argentina and France, he solidified his place in European football with outstanding performances for Real Zaragoza (1990-97), Chelsea FC (1997-01), and Tottenham Hotspur (2001-04). On the international stage, he represented Uruguay, earning 29 caps for his national team.
Titles and Achievements
Throughout his distinguished career, he has won multiple prestigious titles, including:
🏆 Copa América (1995)
🏆 2 UEFA Cup Winners’ Cups (1994-95, 1997-99)
🏆 UEFA Super Cup (1998-99)
🏆 Copa del Rey (1993)
🏆 FA Cup (1999-00)
🏆 Community Shield (1999-00)
Corporate Executive Team
Toni
Muñoz
With an outstanding 14-year career as a professional footballer, he became captain of Atlético de Madrid, a club with which he won one LaLiga title and three Copa del Rey trophies, in addition to representing the Spanish National Team in several occasions. His experience in elite football has given him a deep understanding of high-performance dynamics, competition, and leadership at the professional level.
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Following his successful playing career, he transitioned into sports management, serving as Director of Football at Atlético de Madrid for three years and accumulating over 10 years of experience in the same role at Getafe CF. During this time, he played a key role in sports management, strategic planning, and decision-making at top-tier clubs.
Currently, he works as an advisor to players and clubs, leveraging his expertise in sports management and strategic development, while maintaining strong professional connections within the football industry. His extensive national and international network makes him an influential figure in the sector.
As Honorary President of the Academy, he provides vision, leadership, and top-level football experience, contributing to the growth and consolidation of the project. His role as a mentor and reference ensures that young footballers receive elite-level training and preparation aligned with the highest professional football standards.
Gonzalo
Fernández de Córdoba
With 17 years of experience as a professional footballer across all levels of the Spanish Professional football leagues (Córdoba, Atlético de Madrid, Getafe, Granada, Almería, among others), he possesses a deep understanding of youth, professional, and elite football in all its dimensions. His career on the field has provided him with valuable insight into the demands, dynamics, and opportunities within professional football.
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Academically and professionally, he holds a Sports Director certification from the Spanish Football Federation, a Master’s in Sports Coaching, and a FIFA License as a Football Agent. With over 15 years in player representation and advisory services, he has facilitated operations and transactions primarily within professional football, while also guiding young talents in their athletic growth from academy-level development.
Additionally, his two years of experience working on the mental aspects of elite athletes have given him a holistic perspective on sports performance, recognizing the critical role of psychological preparation in a player’s success. His extensive network of contacts with national and international clubs strengthens his ability to open strategic opportunities for academy players.
As President of the Academy, he oversees and leads the overall strategy, ensuring the academy establishes itself as a benchmark in football development. He serves as a mentor and guide, leveraging his professional football experience to ensure that young talents receive top-tier training and personal and professional development.
Roger
Corral
With a background as both a professional player and coach, Roger has developed a deep understanding of talent development and an exceptional ability to mentor young athletes on their path to success. His expertise and dedication make him an invaluable asset for players striving to reach their full potential in the sport.
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Academically, he completed the first cycle of Sciences of Physical Activity and Sport (CAFE) at INEFC Barcelona and holds a Higher Diploma in Team Sports, along with certification as a National Hockey Coach.
In his role as Director of Operations, Roger leads the Academy’s training and development programs, working closely with both staff and players to ensure the successful implementation of youth development objectives. He acts as a mentor and role model for young footballers, guiding them not only in their technical and tactical growth but also in their personal and professional development. His leadership fosters a high-performance environment where young athletes can thrive both on and off the field.
Daniel
Gómez
With 20+ years of experience in business management and strategy development, and a strong international academic background, brings a comprehensive vision to leading high-impact organizations. His expertise lies in driving growth, optimizing operations, and developing strategic initiatives that ensure long-term success.
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As General Manager, provides strategic and operational leadership, overseeing growth, sustainability, and excellence in both sports and academics. Ensures efficient operations, innovation, and alignment with top industry standards, maximizing player potential and securing the academy’s long-term success.
Technical Staff
Dani
Luque
With a strong background in professional football, he brings over a decade of experience in team management and development at the highest level of Andorran football. He has held key roles as head coach, assistant coach, and analyst, contributing to the tactical and competitive evolution of first-division clubs and competing in international tournaments such as the Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League.
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A specialist in tactical analysis, scouting, and performance optimization, he has developed innovative methodologies leveraging advanced technology to measure and enhance player performance. His approach integrates data analysis, video analysis, GPS tracking, and performance sensors, allowing for precise evaluation of each player’s strength, endurance, speed, workload, and recovery.
As the Academy’s Director of Methodology, his mission is to ensure a training program aligned with the highest professional football standards, applying evidence-based methodologies and personalized development plans. His leadership in talent management, strategic planning, and competitive adaptation is essential for the academy’s growth, ensuring that young footballers receive not only top-tier technical and tactical training but also a scientific approach that maximizes their physical, mental, and competitive development.
This combination of innovation, technology, and high-performance methodology establishes a cutting-edge training model, preparing players to compete at the highest level.
Ambassadors
Gustavo
Poyet
Fernando
Torres
Carlos
Bucero
Technical Staff
Dani
Luque
