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El nigeriano Chimezie Obi se incorpora al Sevilla FC D y abre la puerta a su compatriota Ola Great a realizar una prueba

El Sevilla FC D, equipo internacional del club, sigue incorporando a su equipo jóvenes talentos de todo el mundo con la llegada del delantero nigeriano Chimezie Paul Obi. 

El jugador de 19 años ya está integrado en los entrenamientos del equipo que dirige Óscar Olomo y ha expresado sus sensaciones tras su primera experiencia en el club. 

“Bueno, mi experiencia en Sevilla está siendo muy buena. Me gusta todo lo que tiene la ciudad, todo es genial en Sevilla. Estoy muy contento de estar en Sevilla porque es uno de los clubes en los que soñé estar. Así que estoy muy contento de estar en el Sevilla FC”, comentó sobre sus primeros días en el club.

Con la llegada de Chimezie Paul Obi, el Sevilla FC D sigue sumando jugadores de todo el mundo y además del nigeriano cuenta con representantes de Indonesia, Estados Unidos, México, Puerto Rico y Suecia. 

Asimismo,Chimezie Paul Obi, ha lanzado un mensaje para invitar a su compatriota Ola Great a poder realizar una prueba con el Sevilla FC D en los próximos meses: “Hola, amigo Ola. Soy Obi Paul, jugador nigeriano del Sevilla FC D y nos gustaría que pudieras venir a realizar una prueba con nuestro equipo internacional. Te esperamos”

Ola Great lanzó un reto a la cuenta en inglés del Sevilla FC en X sobre cuántas veces haría falta que compartieran su post en la red social para conseguir una prueba en el club. Al cumplir con la cifra, el Sevilla FC le abre las puertas a realizar la citada prueba en el Sevilla FC D, equipo internacional de la entidad. 

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El fútbol de Puerto Rico se hace un hueco en el Sevilla FC

El fútbol de Puerto Rico ha estado muy presente en el Sevilla FC en el pasado fin de semana. Leandro Antonetti se convirtió en el primer jugador de Puerto Rico en jugar con el primer equipo. 

El internacional boricua tuvo sus primeros minutos con el equipo de Xavier García Pimienta y disputó los últimos minutos del duelo de la 21ª jornada de LALIGA frente al RCD Espanyol que acabó en empate a uno en el Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán. Unas horas más tarde, Antonetti fue también titular en la victoria del Sevilla Atlético por 1-0 ante el Algeciras en el grupo 2 de Primera RFEF. 

Por su parte, el Sevilla FC D también contó un debut puertorriqueño. Fabián Rodríguez, que ya llevaba unas semanas entrenándose con el equipo, pudo debutar y jugar sus primeros minutos a las órdenes de Óscar Olomo en la importante victoria por 0-2 ante el Gerena.

Ambos jugadores han podido mantener un encuentro en la Ciudad Deportiva José Ramón Cisneros Palacios para conocerse y poder tomarse juntos una fotografía muy especial. 

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8th Edition of the Master Degree in Big Data Applied to Scouting in Football

Organized in collaboration with the Sevilla FC Innovation Center, the Catholic University of Murcia (UCAM), and Sports Data Campus, this course will begin on March 25, maintaining its offer in Spanish, with an English version coming soon.

This training program has established itself as a reference in the football industry, providing students with specialized education in the use of advanced data analysis technologies, scouting, and decision-making in sports. Thanks to its practical approach and strong connections with elite clubs, students have the opportunity to intern in the Data and Analysis departments of Sevilla FC, as well as in other clubs and organizations within the sector. Additionally, the master’s program promotes the development of high-impact final projects, where students can apply their knowledge to real-world cases.

The faculty is composed of renowned figures in the football world, including Víctor Orta, Sporting Director of Sevilla FC; Ramón Rodríguez Verdejo ‘Monchi’, Director of Football Operations at Aston Villa Football Club; Jesús Olivera Fernández, Head of Data Football at Sevilla FC; José Rodríguez, Performance and Data Analysis at Aston Villa, among others.

For those interested in learning more about the program, course content, and enrollment process, all information is available at the following link.

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The Grande FC Academy visits Sevilla’s Training Facilities

The Grande FC Academy from Japan visited the Ciudad Deportiva José Ramón Cisneros Palacios to join the Players Academy program of the Innovation Center at Sevilla FC, playing a friendly match against the club’s Infantil A team.

The match, which ended in a 1-1 draw, was a great opportunity to strengthen ties with international football stakeholders, highlighting the club’s commitment to global collaboration and youth talent development. Played with great intensity and sportsmanship, the match reflects Sevilla FC’s commitment to initiatives that unite cultures and enhance the global impact of football.

The Players Academy program at Sevilla FC is an initiative aimed at the comprehensive development of young footballers on an international level. Through this platform, the Andalusian club offers players from different countries the opportunity to experience an elite training methodology based on the values, techniques, and playing philosophy that have characterized Sevilla FC throughout its history. This program also promotes cultural exchange and the creation of links with academies and clubs worldwide, strengthening its global presence and commitment to youth talent development.

On the other hand, the Grande FC Academy from Japan is a well-recognized institution in the Asian country for its focus on the development of young players, combining solid technical training with values such as discipline, respect, and teamwork. Founded with the aim of preparing its players to compete at the highest level, the academy has built a reputation for excellence in talent development and collaboration with prestigious international entities.

The visit of the Grande FC Academy to Sevilla not only served for the sporting development of the players but also for the exchange of knowledge and experiences between both institutions. Such encounters contribute to strengthening Sevilla FC’s international relations and consolidating its role as a benchmark in the training of footballers on a global scale.

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The students of the Football Coaching Course completed the Disability Module

The coaching course offered by the Sevilla FC Innovation Center has recently completed another module, focused on disability. This highly important topic provided students with the essential knowledge to adapt training methodologies to the unique needs of individuals with disabilities.

The module featured participation from both footballers and Sevilla FC Genuine coach, Salvador Bernal, along with instructor David Blanco Luengo. It included a combination of theoretical training and practical sessions involving observation, development, and implementation.

This module aimed to equip future coaches not only with technical and tactical skills but also with the abilities and resources needed to work with players with functional diversity. During the session, attendees learned how to adapt exercises, manage inclusive teams, and promote integration through sport.

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Sevilla FC stands out at the LALIGA EXTRATIME event in China

Sevilla FC continues to expand its international presence and has played a prominent role in LALIGA Extratime in China, an event focused on the impact of new technologies in football. During this edition, Elías Zamora, the club’s data chief, presented Sevilla FC’s technological projects to various key players in the Chinese football industry and local media.

This event has once again highlighted the club’s strong commitment to technological innovation, integrating artificial intelligence and data analysis both in the sports field and across its different business areas.

Furthermore, Sevilla FC has taken the opportunity to showcase the progress of its expansion strategy in China, where it has established itself as the fourth most-followed Spanish team on social media, behind only Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, and Atlético de Madrid. The club continues its work at the Shenzhen football academy in collaboration with ISS and has secured three regional sponsors in China: 1717, Kubet, and GD Bet. Additionally, the partnership with Midea, a leading brand in the country, has strengthened, with Midea becoming the club’s main sponsor last November.

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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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The players of the Antonio Puerta Football Academy visited the Royal Postman

The students of the Antonio Puerta Football School didn’t want to wait and took advantage of the first day of the Royal Postman’s visit to the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium to personally deliver their letters to Their Majesties, the Three Wise Men. The children visited Sevilla FC’s stadium in age-based groups and received a gift with Sevilla-themed designs from the Royal Postman.

This gift will be available to everyone who delivers their letters to the Royal Postman at Gate 2 of the stadium until January 4. Additionally, the students of the Antonio Puerta School enjoyed the attractions set up in the Gol Sur esplanade as part of the Christmas celebrations. The Antonio Puerta Football School is still accepting registrations for the current season, and more information can be found through the provided link.

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Gangwon participates in the Business Academy Program of Sevilla FC

The Sevilla Football Club and Gangwon FC have taken another step forward in the collaboration agreement signed between the two clubs last January. In this context, a group of department heads from the South Korean club participated in the Business Academy program promoted by the Sevilla FC Innovation Center.

The program’s participants had the opportunity to learn about the club’s day-to-day operations both at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium and the José Ramón Cisneros Palacios Training Ground. They attended a week of training sessions covering various areas, including sports and business operations. Furthermore, Gangwon’s representatives witnessed the Sevilla FC vs. Celta match live, becoming captivated by the passion of Sevilla’s fans during a historic event coinciding with the farewell of the legendary captain, Jesús Navas.

Since the agreement between Sevilla FC and Gangwon FC was signed, the South Korean team has visited Spain on two occasions. Initially, Gangwon’s president, Kim Byung-ji, and general director, Kim Tae Joo, were the first to experience the club firsthand. In December, the sessions included key representatives from Gangwon’s marketing, ticketing, and events departments, marking a new milestone in the cooperation between the two clubs. This initiative underscores Sevilla FC’s commitment to internationalization and highlights the value of the educational offerings from its Innovation Center.

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Óscar Olomo, nominated for Best Coach of the 2023-2024 season at the IV Golsmedia Awards

The Sevilla FC coach has been nominated for the Best Coach award in Group V of the Tercera Federación Femenina for his work during the 2023-2024 season as the manager of Sevilla FC B Femenino, with which he finished in seventh position last season.

Olomo has been a coach at Sevilla FC since 2019, and from then until 2024, he managed the first reserve team of the club’s women’s division. In the 2024-25 season, the coach took charge of Sevilla FC D, the club’s international team, which he is leading in a fight for promotion in their category without compromising the team’s developmental focus.

Previously, Óscar Olomo was a coach at Atlético Libertad, where he managed all categories from 1999 to 2008, before moving to CMD San Juan to serve as academy coordinator and coach of the Juvenil A team, which under his guidance achieved promotion to División de Honor, the top category at the youth level. Before joining Sevilla FC, he also worked at CD Mairena del Alcor and Unión Deportiva Loreto. 

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The Hispania FA Academy of Puerto Rico participated in the Players Academy program of Sevilla FC

A group of players from the Hispania FA Academy of Puerto Rico participated in an immersive experience through the Players Academy Program, driven by the Sevilla FC Innovation Center.

During their stay, the 19 players, accompanied by a coordinator, two coaches, and a group of parents, had the opportunity to train with the club’s coaches under the Sevilla FC youth academy methodology, enjoying a unique experience that allowed them to delve into the world of elite football.

Additionally, the visitors toured the facilities at the José Ramón Cisneros Palacios Sports City, gaining insight into the daily operations and inner workings of Sevilla FC. They also had the chance to meet Sevilla Atlético player and Puerto Rican international Leandro Antonetti, who shared his experience in the city. Likewise, Sevilla FC D player Fabián Rodríguez encouraged his fellow countrymen to keep striving for their dream of becoming professionals.

During the training sessions, the players worked on refining their skills and participated in various theoretical sessions designed to enrich their experience with knowledge and a deeper understanding of the professional football world.

The program also included attending a LaLiga match at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium, where the Puerto Rican visitors had the chance to experience the stadium’s vibrant atmosphere and the high level of competition in Spanish football. 

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Celebration of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities at Antonio Puerta Academy

Sevilla FC Genuine Wraps Up a Busy Week Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities

This Tuesday, Sevilla FC Genuine concluded a week of intense activity marking the December 3rd celebration of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Following last week’s shared training session with the first team, Salvador Bernal’s squad paid a heartfelt visit to the students of the Antonio Puerta Football School.

The event, held at the school’s training grounds within the José Ramón Cisneros Palacios Sports City, was filled with laughter, shared games, camaraderie, and encouragement for the school’s students.

A few days earlier, the Antonio Puerta Football School had also welcomed several members of Sevilla FC’s first team. It’s worth noting that children born between 2011 and 2020 still have the chance to join the school’s activities across its various categories. For more information, visit this link.