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Meet the Lecturers

World renowned lecturers with expertise from 50+ clubs

At the PFA Business School, we pride ourselves on the expertise and varied backgrounds of our faculty, which includes renowned practitioners from around the world. Our esteemed teachers not only share their knowledge, but also bring their unique know-how and experiences to the classroom. With perspectives from up to 13 different countries, our students gain a truly global vision of football.

Additionally, we utilise the most advanced digital resources and methodologies to continuously improve the impact of our virtual programs. Through engaging webinars, tailored content, interactive forums, and offline cases, we maintain a strong connection with our students and maximize their learning experience.

Leaders in Football

 

Lecturers

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David Dein

Former co-owner and vice-chairman of Arsenal Football Club, and former vice-chairman of the Football Association.

Magda Pozzo

Magda Pozzo

Marketing Strategic Co-ordinator at Udinese Calcio.

Andoni Zubizarreta

Andoni Zubizarreta

Former player at Athletic Club de Bilbao, FC Barcelona and Valencia FC. Former Sport Director at Olympique de Marsella, FC Barcelona and Athletic Club.

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Maheta Molango

Chief Executive of the Professional Footballers’ Association.

Former Chief Executive Real Mallorca FC and former player.

Steve Parish

Steve Parish

Co-owner and Chairman, Crystal Palace FC.

John Cross

John Cross

Chief Football writer Daily Mirror and Chair at FWA.

Nick De Marco KC

Nick De Marco KC

Leading football lawyer in the UK and author of the book ‘Football and the Law’. 

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Les Reed

Founder and CEO of Reed Consulting an Elite Football Advisory Consultancy, Vice Chair of the UEFA Development & Technical Assistance committee, Former Executive Director of Football and Vice Chairman at Southampton Football Club and Technical Director at The FA.

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Hope Powell CBE

Former England International player and England Manager. Former GB 2012 Coach. Former Women's First Team manager and Women's Pathway Manager at BHAFC.

Gary Neville

Gary Neville

Sky Football Broadcaster and former player.

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Philippe Senderos

Sport Director at Servette FC.

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Eniola Aluko

Coach at Aston Villa and Sports Broadcaster.

Giorgio Furlani

Giorgio Furlani

CEO, AC Milan.

Tiago Pinto

Tiago Pinto

General Manager, AS Roma.

Tiago Lopes

Tiago Lopes

Chief Executive Officer at Casa Pia A.C.

Chief of Football, Platek Football Group.

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James Bonnington

General Counsel at Chelsea Football Club.

Zoe Webber

Zoe Webber

Executive Director Norwich City FC.

Paul Barber

Paul Barber

Chief Executive and Deputy Chairman, Brighton & Hove Albion FC.

Omar Berreda

Omar Berreda

Chief Football Operations Officer at City Football Group.

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Dougie Freedman

Crystal Palace Sporting Director.

Nick Speakman

Nick Speakman

Global Head of Social Media at Manchester United.

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