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Sevilla FC welcomes the visit of the general directors of the K-League.

Sevilla FC, through its Innovation Center, continues to build bridges with various football stakeholders around the world. On October 18th, 19th, and 20th, the club welcomed a group of general directors from clubs in South Korea’s K-League.

The delegation of senior Korean football executives attended live matches of both the Sevilla FC men’s and women’s first teams against RCD Mallorca and Madrid CFF, respectively. They also toured the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium and the José Ramón Cisneros Palacios Training Ground. In addition, they attended several presentations on the club’s working processes in areas such as youth academy development and other business-oriented fields like fan engagement and international communication.

 

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Sevilla FC joins the 11th Aspire Academy Global Summit 2025 in Philadelphia

Sevilla FC took part in the 11th edition of the Aspire Academy Global Summit 2025, held on October 7th and 8th at Subaru Park Stadium in Philadelphia (United States), home of Philadelphia Union from Major League Soccer (MLS). The club’s participation in this prestigious summit reinforces its commitment to football innovation and the continuous training of its professionals, consolidating its role as a global benchmark in talent development and football knowledge.

The Aspire Academy Global Summit brought together representatives from more than 50 clubs and football federations worldwide, along with coaches, academy directors, and performance experts, with the goal of sharing experiences, methodologies, and new trends in both youth and elite football.

Over the two-day summit, participants attended masterclasses and keynote sessions led by renowned figures such as Rafa Benítez, Gareth Southgate, Wilfried Nancy, Alessandro Nesta, and Carly Lloyd, who discussed key topics including leadership, team management, competitive performance, women’s football, and the adaptation of players to the modern game.

In addition to the lectures, the program featured round tables and practical workshops focused on areas such as integrating technology into player development, workload optimization, academy management, and data-driven analysis for improving player performance.

As an active member of the Aspire in the World Fellows community, Sevilla FC continues to strengthen its collaboration with academies and clubs around the globe, promoting the exchange of knowledge and the continuous improvement of its youth development model. This global network, which includes institutions such as Liverpool FC, Paris Saint-Germain, Ajax, and FC Porto, aims to foster international cooperation in football research and innovation.

Through its participation in Philadelphia, Sevilla FC takes another step forward in its institutional and sporting growth strategy, reaffirming its commitment to a methodology-driven and science-based approach that prioritizes the comprehensive development of both coaches and players. This philosophy has established the club as a reference not only for its sporting achievements but also for its ability to evolve and adapt to the future of football.

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Collaboration Agreement with FSI Training to Promote Education and Research in Elite Football

Sevilla FC has reached a strategic agreement with FSI Training, a company specialized in professional football education and development. This alliance holds a special significance for the club, as Bernardo Requena, CEO of FSI Training, served as the first team’s fitness coach during the 2004-2005 and 2005-2006 seasons, closing nearly two decades later a circle of collaboration between the two institutions.

The agreement has an initial duration of one year, with the possibility of renewal, and represents a solid step toward generating value for both FSI Training students and Sevilla FC professionals.

Opportunities for FSI Training Students

Thanks to this agreement, students enrolled in FSI Training’s Professional Football Master’s programs will have the opportunity to undertake internships at Sevilla FC, gaining direct experience in a club recognized in LaLiga and European football.

In addition, Sevilla FC joins FSI Training’s network of partner clubs, allowing the club to post job offers through the platform and access specialized profiles from FSI’s international community of students and professionals.

Collaboration in Research with FSI Lab

The alliance also includes Sevilla FC’s participation in FSI Lab projects, FSI Training’s scientific laboratory, aimed at developing applied research in high-performance football.

Led by internationally recognized sports scientist Fabio Nakamura, FSI Lab will allow Sevilla FC to join ongoing research lines or develop new initiatives alongside the FSI team.

The agreement also covers collaboration in the continuous education of Sevilla FC’s coaching staff. Through FSI Training programs, club professionals will have the opportunity to develop in an academic and scientific environment of excellence.

An Expanding Global Network

With this alliance, Sevilla FC joins more than 40 elite clubs that already collaborate with FSI Training worldwide. In doing so, the club strengthens its mission to connect education, practice, and applied scientific research in professional football, providing value to both students and partner clubs.

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Sevilla FC Strengthens Its Innovation Strategy in Asia

Sevilla FC has taken another step forward in its international expansion strategy, which is built on innovation, applied knowledge, and the transfer of high-performance methodologies. In recent weeks, the club has bolstered its presence in Asia through two key initiatives: the signing of a collaboration agreement with the Chinese city of Shijiazhuang and the delivery of technical seminars to members of Japan’s J-League.

Following an institutional visit to the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium, led by Shijiazhuang’s Vice Mayor, Li Ruifeng, Sevilla FC formalized a strategic alliance with the municipal government of this city of nearly 11 million people. Promoted by the Chinese Cultural Center of Seville, the agreement will allow the club’s expertise to be applied to areas such as youth development, coach education, academy design, and talent management, all adapted to the local context and supported by top-tier European institutions.

Beyond the sporting dimension, this partnership highlights Sevilla FC’s role as a knowledge generator within the global football industry. Through the Sevilla FC Innovation Center, the club facilitates methodological transfer, turning its experience into a valuable asset for emerging ecosystems like Shijiazhuang, which is currently transforming into a modern and sustainable sports hub.

Simultaneously, the club’s Innovation Department continues to expand its influence across Asia. Most recently, two specialized seminars were delivered to J-League professionals: Jesús Olivera focused on player tracking through data analysis, while Daniel del Valle explored tactical evaluation through identifying strengths and weaknesses in match planning.

These initiatives are part of Sevilla FC’s global approach to football innovation. For years, the club has shared its model with international organizations through training programs aimed at coaches, professional players, executives, and performance specialists. A strategy that consolidates Sevilla FC’s position as a methodological reference in the evolution of global football.

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Closing Ceremony of the Master’s Programs in Big Data and Innovation

This week marked the closing of new graduating classes from two master’s programs sponsored and co-organized by the Sevilla FC Innovation Center: the Master in Big Data Applied to Scouting and the Master in Innovation and Technology in Sports Entities. The Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium hosted in-person sessions for both courses, as well as a heartfelt ceremony during which the club’s innovation center, together with Sports Data Campus, presented the official diplomas to the students.

José María Cruz Gallardo, Head of R&D in Football at Sevilla FC; David Sáez, CEO of Sports Data Campus; and Miguel Ángel del Barrio, Director of Programs at the same institution, led the final talks in the stadium’s Glasgow Room. These sessions featured contributions from Sevilla FC staff, among others, under the watchful eye of the club’s new Director of Football, Antonio Cordón. The official closing ceremony then took place in the stadium’s VIP area.

The Master in Big Data Applied to Football Scouting has now completed its eighth edition. This long-standing program, co-sponsored by Sports Data Campus, Sevilla FC, and the Catholic University of Murcia (UCAM), has firmly established itself as one of the top courses for becoming an expert in identifying and analyzing football talent. Enrollment is already open for the ninth edition, which will begin this coming November.

More recent is the Master in Innovation and Technology in Sports Entities, which has been well received in its first two editions. Students have been trained in two of the key drivers of transformation in sports organizations: optimizing operations and creating new ways to engage fans and anticipate new revenue opportunities. All of this has been made possible through essential training in tools such as data analytics, artificial intelligence, and automation.

Registration for the upcoming editions is available at this link.

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The Gangwon FC takes part in the Sevilla FC Business Academy Program

Sevilla FC and Gangwon FC have strengthened their collaboration, established in January, by taking another significant step forward. This time, employees from various departments of the South Korean club participated in the Business Academy program, organized by Sevilla FC’s Innovation Center.

During their stay, Gangwon FC representatives closely experienced the daily operations of Sevilla FC, both at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium and the José Ramón Cisneros Palacios Training Ground. They took part in a week of training sessions focused on both sports and business areas. Additionally, they enjoyed the unique experience of attending the thrilling match between Sevilla FC and Celta live, marked by the emotional farewell of legendary captain Jesús Navas.

Since the agreement was signed, Gangwon FC has visited Spain twice. The first visit was led by the South Korean club’s president, Kim Byung-ji, and general manager, Kim Tae Joo. During this second visit, managers from departments such as marketing, ticketing, and events participated in the activities, further solidifying the partnership between the two clubs and underscoring Sevilla FC’s commitment to internationalization and the educational excellence of its Innovation Center.

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El Sevilla FC firma un convenio de colaboración con el Programa Future Falcons

El acuerdo se ha formalizado en presencia del director del programa, Ghassan Felemban, y del presidente del club español, José María del Nido Carrasco. Según los términos del acuerdo, los futuros jugadores de los Falcons tendrán la oportunidad de participar en pruebas con el Sevilla FC, y la colaboración se extenderá a los entrenadores y directivos, que se beneficiarán de prácticas en el club español. El acuerdo también contempla el apoyo a los servicios técnicos y médicos, así como el acceso a las instalaciones y campos de entrenamiento del club andaluz. La colaboración permitirá a los ojeadores y entrenadores del Sevilla FC estar presentes en la Copa Al Abtal, en la que también competirá el club español.

La entrenadora asistente de la selección nacional femenina saudí, Ahod Aamari, participó recientemente en unas prácticas en el Sevilla FC a través del programa el pasado mes de agosto. El Sevilla FC es uno de los clubes más importantes de España, habiendo disputado 78 temporadas en La Liga, ganando una vez el título de liga y cinco veces la Copa del Rey. En el ámbito europeo, el Sevilla ostenta el récord de victorias en la UEFA Europa League, con siete títulos en su haber, además de un título de la Supercopa de la UEFA. Romeo Jozak, director técnico del programa Future Falcons, expresó su satisfacción por el acuerdo, afirmando que abrirá nuevas vías para los jugadores y el personal del programa, especialmente teniendo en cuenta el estatus del Sevilla como un club importante tanto en el fútbol español como europeo.

También expresó su agradecimiento a la Federación de Fútbol de Arabia Saudita y a su presidente, el Sr. Yasser Al-Misehal, por su fuerte apoyo y supervisión continua, lo que ha permitido que el programa cumpla varios de sus objetivos alineados con la visión de la Federación. Jozak añadió: “Los jugadores y el equipo técnico del programa podrán adquirir una experiencia inestimable en un club español de renombre como el Sevilla, cuya academia es muy valorada por su capacidad para desarrollar jóvenes talentos. A través de esta asociación, participarán en sesiones de entrenamiento y jugarán partidos, además de recibir oportunidades de desarrollo para entrenadores y administradores para ampliar su experiencia”.

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Sevilla FC signs a collaboration agreement with the Future Falcons Program

The agreement was formalized in the presence of the program director, Ghassan Felemban, and the president of the Spanish club, José María del Nido Carrasco. Under the terms of the agreement, Future Falcons players will have the opportunity to participate in trials with Sevilla FC. The collaboration will also extend to coaches and executives, who will benefit from internships at the Spanish club. Additionally, the agreement includes support for technical and medical services, as well as access to Sevilla FC’s facilities and training grounds. The collaboration will allow Sevilla FC scouts and coaches to be present at the Al Abtal Cup, in which the Spanish club will also compete.

Saudi women’s national team assistant coach Ahod Aamari recently participated in an internship with Sevilla FC through the program this past August. Sevilla FC is one of the most important clubs in Spain, having competed in La Liga for 78 seasons, winning the league title once and the Copa del Rey five times. In European competitions, Sevilla holds the record for UEFA Europa League titles, with seven wins, along with a UEFA Super Cup title. Romeo Jozak, the technical director of the Future Falcons program, expressed his satisfaction with the agreement, stating that it will open new paths for program players and staff, especially given Sevilla’s status as a prominent club in both Spanish and European football.

He also expressed his gratitude to the Saudi Arabian Football Federation and its president, Mr. Yasser Al-Misehal, for their strong support and ongoing oversight, which has enabled the program to achieve several of its goals aligned with the Federation’s vision. Jozak added, “The players and technical team of the program will be able to gain invaluable experience at a renowned Spanish club like Sevilla, whose academy is highly regarded for its ability to develop young talent. Through this partnership, they will participate in training sessions and play matches, as well as receive development opportunities for coaches and administrators to broaden their experience.”

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The American Aiden Webb will be part of Sevilla FC ‘D’

Sevilla FC D, the international team of Sevilla Football Club, adds a new player to its ranks from the United States. The team now has a new international representative with the incorporation of Aiden Webb. The player, born in Texas, is already training under the direction of Óscar Olomo and his coaching staff to prepare for the start of the Tercera Andaluza season at the end of September.

Webb, 19, describes himself as a winger with “pace, dynamic and skillful” and has expressed his satisfaction with his first experiences training with his new teammates at the Ciudad Deportiva José Ramón Cisneros Palacios facilities: “It’s been a lot of fun, and I’ve learned a lot in the short time I’ve been here. I’m excited to keep growing, not only as a player but also as a person.”

As for his adaptation, the player notes, “It’s very hot, but it’s also hot where I’m from. It’s beautiful, the country is stunning, and I’d say the food is great too. The first week was tough, I had to adjust, but I think I’ve finally found my rhythm and I’m gaining confidence.”

Webb’s arrival comes within the framework of the creation of Sevilla FC D as the club’s new international team, and the American footballer is very grateful for the opportunity: “I think it’s a great opportunity, and I’m really thankful to be here, playing for a big club with a lot of history and titles.”

Finally, the player shares a message for other players who want to develop in programs like Sevilla FC’s international team: “Work hard every day, even when you don’t feel like going to the gym or working out, you just have to do it. Those are the most important days, and even if you make a mistake, forget it and focus on the next thing.”

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Sevilla FC Coaches Academy hosts Ahod Alamari, coach of the Saudi National Team

The Coaches Academy managed by the Sevilla FC Innovation Center welcomed Ahod Alamari, assistant coach of the Saudi Arabian national team, on Tuesday. The visit was in response to the collaboration agreement that the club has with the Saudi Arabian Football Federation, which will see the coach work alongside the Sevilla FC Femenino coaching staff for the next six weeks.

At the academy, Alamari will be able to soak up the training methodology applied by Sevilla FC at all levels, as she will also work with the reserve team and the U-19, U-17 and U-15 teams. Sevilla FC has implemented a work formula in all its teams based on technological innovation and a work methodology that many clubs and federations are trying to apply, as in this case the Saudi Arabian federation.

In addition, Alamari will be one more member of the coaching staff of the women’s first team in the first official matches that David Losada’s charges will play in September. On Tuesday, the entire coaching staff and the squad received the Saudi Arabian at the Ciudad Deportiva, just before the start of the training session in which Alamari was able to participate as one of the players.

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Sevilla FC creates an international team

Sevilla FC will have from this season a new team integrating its competitive structure. It will be a squad with a marked international character that will start competing in the Tercera Andaluza and will be formed mostly by foreign players over 18 years of age, in accordance with FIFA regulations. This is a project not only of a sporting nature, but also of international strategic development, through which foreign players will be given a place, regardless of their potential on the field of play, to help the club grow in different markets of interest.

This is a new pillar of the internationalization of sports at Sevilla FC and will be coordinated by the club’s Innovation Center, a platform that brings together the entire innovation proposal that Sevilla FC offers to the world of sport, as a result of the promotion and development of R+D+i projects that make it possible to respond to new trends and consumer demands in the sector. The new international team will have the normal and customary treatment of the rest of the youth teams, with its own coaching staff, analysis, physical preparation, media coverage and medical service, and the facilities of the sports city at its disposal. In this first season of life it will not be a 100% foreign team for operational reasons, an objective that will be achieved progressively in the coming seasons. In order to finalize the formation of the team, a trial period will be held during the first week of August, which is open to all U-19 players of foreign nationality who are interested in forming part of this innovative project under the Sevilla FC brand.

The team will be coached this season by Óscar Olomo, a coach with extensive experience in the club’s Femenino B, along with his assistant coach Antonio González, a former canterano of the club who also comes from the Femenino B team.

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The Nigerian Professional Football League and Sevilla FC establish a collaboration agreement

Sevilla FC continues its internationalization process and has added a new alliance to its ‘World Club Alliance Program’ with the Nigerian Professional Football League. Thanks to this agreement, the club will provide sporting advice and other areas of development, with special attention to the training of coaches and the development of the talent of young Nigerian players.

As part of this agreement, NPFL President Gbenga Elegbeleye paid a first visit to Sevilla FC, where he was able to meet with the club’s top manager, José María del Nido Carrasco, and visit the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán.

“We are very pleased to be able to work with the Nigerian Professional League. Sevilla FC is convinced that with this alliance it can help the NPFL clubs to continue improving at a sporting level and foster the development of their young talent. It is a new decisive step in our internationalization process and will help our brand continue to grow in Africa, in a country like Nigeria from which we are receiving a lot of affection after the signing of Chidera Ejuke,” explained Sevilla FC president José María del Nido Carrasco.

“We have 20 clubs in the Nigerian Premier League and they all have their own youth teams.I know the history and track record of Sevilla FC. This is a very good club with important trophies and champions of Spain and Europe many years. I feel that, with their development strategy and their youth development program, Nigeria can benefit.We believe that the best players in the Nigeria Youth League will be able to come here every season to train.With your help and training, when they return, some of them will have become better players.
We also have a training agreement for our coaches that will be positive for us. It’s a win-win agreement for everyone in the NPFL,” said Nigeria Professional Football League president Gbenga Elegbeleye.

In addition, the Nigerian leader wanted to highlight the level of attention Sevilla FC is receiving in Nigeria following the signing of Ejuke. “When they signed Chidera Ejuke from Royal Antwerp, Nigerians put a lot of interest in Sevilla FC. All the soccer lovers in Nigeria are happy. They want to know more about Sevilla now, their fan base in Nigeria is growing every day.”

Likewise, the NPFL expedition, headed by its president, was also able to get to know the facilities of the Ciudad Deportiva José Ramón Cisneros Palacios and hold the first working meetings with the club’s sports area to take the first steps in the alliance between both entities.