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For the second year in a row, Sevilla FC welcomes delegates from South Korea’s leading clubs

Various members of South Korea’s top football clubs, belonging to the K-League, once again visited Sevilla FC’s training ground to experience firsthand the day-to-day life inside the club.

As part of this experience, which is taking place for the second consecutive year, they attended the match between Sevilla FC Women and Dépor ABANCA, which ended in a convincing 3-1 victory for David Losada’s team.

In addition, they took a tour of the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium as well as a more tourist-oriented tour of the city’s iconic landmarks. They were accompanied by several club staff members, who acted as guides in this new chapter of collaboration between South Korean football and Sevilla FC.

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Yechuon Club Junior participates for the first time in Sevilla FC Innovation Center visits

Sevilla FC has hosted, for the first time, a club from the Korean Football Association (KFA) thanks to initiatives promoted by its Innovation Center. During this experience, they met fellow compatriots who were also at Sevilla FC’s facilities as part of the Coaches Academy program.

The KFA delegation was able to attend several training sessions and a friendly match, seeing firsthand the club’s methodology both on and off the pitch.

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Puerto Rico’s Hispania FA Academy returns to the Players Academy Program

A delegation of Puerto Rican players recently visited Sevilla FC’s facilities to take part in the activities offered by the Players Academy program, promoted by the Sevilla FC Innovation Center.

During the visit, the footballers were able to participate in training sessions led by youth academy coaches, following the club’s own methodology. In fact, two of them even trained last Friday with the Juvenil D team, temporarily increasing the number of Puerto Rican players in this squad, which already includes two other members born on the Caribbean island.

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The club collaborated in training sessions with the Shenzhen Football Federation in China

Sevilla FC continues to share its expertise within the football industry as part of its internationalization strategy and, this November, took part in a series of coaching and development sessions organized together with the Shenzhen Football Federation in China, an event that also included the participation of LALIGA and Levante UD.

José Collado, the club’s Head of International Sports Projects, represented the entity in a seminar aimed at coaches and officials of the regional federation, where he presented Sevilla FC’s player development model for both the men’s and women’s pathways.

During the visit, the club also had the chance to gain first-hand insight into the structure and reality of youth football in China by attending several training sessions and academy matches across different age groups. This experience has provided valuable learning within the internationalization process the club is currently undertaking.

“For Sevilla FC, our time in Shenzhen has been extremely enriching, as we were able to witness the enthusiasm and potential of Chinese football. We would like to thank LALIGA and the local government for the opportunity to deliver this seminar and to learn first-hand about the work being done in grassroots football across the country. Our visit reaffirms Sevilla FC’s commitment to fostering opportunities for development and learning for young players and coaches, as well as to sharing our knowledge,” said José Collado, the club’s Head of International Projects.

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Sevilla FC+ receives recognition at the FBIN Management Excellent Awards

The club’s content platform, Sevilla FC+, continues to rack up recognition within the audiovisual and sports sectors. On this occasion, it has been honored at the FBIN Management Excellence Awards, organized by the renowned specialized media outlet Football Business Inside.

The awards highlighted this digital and audiovisual project as one of the most innovative initiatives with the best global approach in the football industry for 2025, alongside organizations such as Club Brugge and Atlético de Madrid. Additionally, José Ángel Risco, the club’s Head of Digital Content, took part in one of the event’s presentations focused on successful cases in digital strategy.

Alongside these accolades, Sevilla FC+ continues to strengthen its presence in its first five months of operation. In recent days, it has reached one million unique users, and its content, both live and on-demand, has surpassed three million views.

Next week, the platform will once again be up for new awards in the sports industry: the SportsPro Media Awards, to be held on the 18th in Madrid, where it competes in the categories of Best New OTT Platform and Platform of the Year.

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Present at the Talent Development Summit

The project aims to promote the holistic development of the club’s young footballers through the application of scientific knowledge about brain function.

Sevilla FC participated on November 11 and 12 in the Talent Development Summit in Graz, an international gathering that brings together experts in innovation and talent development in the sports sector. Within this framework, the club presented its Applied Neuroscience program for the academy, a pioneering initiative designed to enhance the overall development of its players through the study of the brain and the optimization of cognitive skills.

During the event, Antonio Gutiérrez López, head of the initiative at the club, explained the benefits of this educational approach, which aims to provide youth players with tools to improve decision-making, increase concentration, and strengthen mental resilience. All of these factors are essential for sporting performance and reinforce Sevilla FC’s commitment to innovation and the well-being of its future talents.

In addition to Sevilla FC, the Talent Development Summit brought together prominent figures in world football, including FIFA and several top European clubs such as Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, Borussia Mönchengladbach, Benfica, Brighton, and Club Brugge. All attendees had the opportunity to gain first-hand insight into this innovative program, which represents a significant step forward in integrating science into the development of the Sevilla FC academy.

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Polish Federation relies on Sevilla FC to train women as sporting directors

The Polish Federation (PZPN) visited Sevilla FC’s facilities with a delegation made up entirely of women. They are currently training to become sporting directors and attended talks given by professionals from the club. One of the highlights was the session led by David Losada, coach of Sevilla FC Women.

In addition, they took part in other activities related to the women’s section of Sevilla FC, including sporting management as well as the legal and data departments. They also observed several training sessions of the women’s first team.

To conclude their visit, the delegation attended the latest match of the Spanish national team, who faced the Turkish national side at the Estadio de La Cartuja in the final qualifying match for the 2026 World Cup.

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Official Recognition: Sevilla FC’s Football Coaching Degrees Granted UEFA License Equivalence

The Higher Sports Council (CSD) officially approves the equivalence of the Sevilla FC Academic Degrees in Football Coaching with UEFA Licenses

The Higher Sports Council (CSD) has officially approved the equivalence of the Academic Degrees in Football Coaching (Intermediate and Advanced Levels) organized by Sevilla FC, with the UEFA Coaching Licenses.

This recognition represents a historic step forward in football coaching education in Spain and consolidates the Sevilla FC Innovation Center as a benchmark in sports education and innovation applied to football.

A milestone for education and professional development

These programs, delivered within the club’s academic framework, are recognized by the Ministry of Education, the Higher Sports Council (CSD), and the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF).
Thanks to this equivalence, certified coaches will be able to work professionally throughout Europe and in all FIFA-affiliated countries, holding the same accreditation level as UEFA License holders.

This achievement reflects Sevilla FC’s strong commitment to educational excellence, the professionalization of football, and the international reach of its training programs.

Internationally recognized education

The Sevilla FC Innovation Center continues to lead initiatives that integrate research, technology, and sports education.
With this new recognition, the club reinforces its role as a driving force for knowledge and innovation in sports, fully aligned with European quality standards in education and training.

👉 Consult the official RFEF regulations:https://rfef.es/es/federacion/normativas-y-circulares/reglamentos

A call for reflection and dialogue

From the Innovation Center, we invite all professionals, coaches, and football enthusiasts to reflect and share their views on this important development across our social media channels:

  • How will this measure strengthen football coach education in Spain?
  • What new opportunities does it open internationally?
  • What role should innovation play in the future of sports education?

The football community is entering a moment of opportunity and growth, and Sevilla FC is proud to contribute to this progress through education, research, and excellence.

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Sevilla FC hosts the second edition of the ‘Fitness Academy’ program

With the aim of consolidating and continuing the training programs promoted by the Innovation Center, Sevilla Football Club has held the second edition of the Fitness Academy program, once again welcoming various professionals from the Polish Football Association (PZPN).

This year’s initiative expanded on the scope of the previous edition by including experts from all areas related to sports performance, allowing the PZPN fitness coaches to gain both theoretical and practical insight into the club’s methodology, guided by Sevilla FC’s own technical staff and specialists.

On this occasion, the program also featured a presentation from the first team’s physical preparation and rehabilitation department, where participants were able to delve into the training processes carried out at the highest competitive level. In addition, they had the opportunity to visit the first team’s facilities, experiencing first-hand the structure and organization of Sevilla FC’s sports department.

It is worth highlighting that this marks the second visit of the Polish Football Association to the José Ramón Cisneros Palacios Training Ground, further strengthening the collaborative relationship between both institutions. Moreover, at the end of the month, Sevilla FC will welcome for the first time a women’s delegation from the PZPN, on the occasion of the Sports Directors Course organized by the Polish federation.

The Sevilla FC Innovation Center also welcomes other federations and clubs interested in discovering the club’s methodology and enjoying a tailor-made training experience, adapted to their specific needs and objectives, following the model of collaboration established with the Polish Football Association. For more information or visit requests, please contact [email protected].

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García Millán, new sponsor of the Sevilla FC Academy for the 2025/26 season

Sevilla Fútbol Club and García Millán, the leading brand in the production of gazpachos and salmorejos, have reached a sponsorship agreement by which the Seville-based company becomes the new official sponsor of the Sevilla FC Academy for the 2025/26 season.

Through this alliance, Sevilla FC reinforces its commitment to local businesses that share the values of authenticity, hard work, and Andalusian pride, fundamental pillars for both the Nervión-based club and García Millán. This year, the company has established itself as the top manufacturer brand of gazpachos and salmorejos in Spain.

Founded in 2009 in Seville, García Millán was created with the vocation of keeping the flavor of the authentic Andalusian gazpacho alive, made with natural ingredients and following traditional recipes that are part of the cultural identity of our land. Its philosophy—”made like at home“—naturally connects with the spirit of training, closeness, and local roots that characterizes the Sevilla FC Academy.

The agreement includes the brand’s presence at the various academy activities, as well as different joint promotional initiatives, efforts in healthy nutrition, and support for youth sports. These initiatives will undoubtedly result in healthy benefits for our athletes, coaches, and their families.

With this agreement, Sevilla FC and García Millán embark on a shared path, committing to nurturing talent, promoting healthy habits, all under a seal of original quality from Seville and Andalusia.

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García Millán, patrocinador de la Sevilla FC Academy en la temporada 2025/26


El Sevilla Fútbol Club y García Millán, marca líder en la elaboración de gazpachos y salmorejos, han alcanzado un acuerdo de patrocinio por el cual la compañía sevillana se convierte en nuevo patrocinador oficial de la Sevilla FC Academy para la temporada 2025/26.

Con esta alianza, el Sevilla FC refuerza su compromiso con las empresas locales que comparten los valores de autenticidad, esfuerzo y orgullo andaluz, pilares fundamentales tanto de la entidad nervionense como de García Millán, que este año se ha consolidado como la primera marca de fabricante de gazpachos y salmorejos de España.

Fundada en 2009 en Sevilla, García Millán nació con la vocación de mantener vivo el sabor del auténtico gazpacho andaluz, elaborado con ingredientes naturales y siguiendo las recetas tradicionales que forman parte de la identidad cultural de nuestra tierra. Su filosofía —“hecho como en casa”— conecta de forma natural con el espíritu de formación, cercanía y arraigo que caracteriza a la Sevilla FC Academy.

El acuerdo contempla la presencia de la marca en las distintas actividades de la academia, así como en diferentes acciones conjuntas de promoción, nutrición saludable y apoyo al deporte base que, sin duda, redundarán en beneficios saludables para nuestros deportistas, técnicos y sus familias.

Con este acuerdo, el Sevilla FC y García Millán emprenden un camino juntos de apuesta por el cuidado del talento, la formación en hábitos saludables y, todo ello, con un sello de calidad original de Sevilla y de Andalucía.

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The historic triumph of Mjällby AIF, with Sevilla flavor

Mjällby AIF, the newly crowned Allsvenskan champion with three matches to spare, has a close relationship with Sevilla FC. Over the last three years, several of its professionals have visited the Spanish club to take part in training programs organized by the Sevilla FC Innovation Center.

Through the Business Academy and Coaches Academy projects, different delegations from the Swedish side have expanded their knowledge in several areas, receiving training in physical preparation, scouting, psychology, residential management, age-category training methodology, and technological innovation — with their current head coach, Anders Torstensson, among the participants.

They also had the opportunity to attend several training sessions at the club’s sports complex and watch matches such as the Champions League clash against PSV Eindhoven and the LaLiga fixture versus Villarreal during the 2023/24 season.

This relationship was born thanks to James Wahlberg, Mjällby AIF’s communications director and a self-proclaimed Sevilla FC supporter, who acted as the link between the Swedish and Andalusian clubs — a connection that began from his admiration for Sevilla from Scandinavia.

The success, which has impressed the football world, has Torstensson himself as one of its most remarkable protagonists. Despite being diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia, he has continued coaching and has once again shown that giving up will never be an option.