
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

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

Magda Pozzo
Marketing Strategic Co-ordinator at Udinese Calcio.

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.

Maheta Molango
Chief Executive of the Professional Footballers’ Association.
Former Chief Executive Real Mallorca FC and former player.

Steve Parish
Co-owner and Chairman, Crystal Palace FC.

John Cross
Chief Football writer Daily Mirror and Chair at FWA.

Nick De Marco KC
Leading football lawyer in the UK and author of the book ‘Football and the Law’.

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.

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
Sky Football Broadcaster and former player.

Philippe Senderos
Sport Director at Servette FC.

Eniola Aluko
Coach at Aston Villa and Sports Broadcaster.

Giorgio Furlani
CEO, AC Milan.

Tiago Pinto
General Manager, AS Roma.

Tiago Lopes
Chief Executive Officer at Casa Pia A.C.
Chief of Football, Platek Football Group.

James Bonnington
General Counsel at Chelsea Football Club.

Zoe Webber
Executive Director Norwich City FC.

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

Omar Berreda
Chief Football Operations Officer at City Football Group.

Dougie Freedman
Crystal Palace Sporting Director.

Nick Speakman
Global Head of Social Media at Manchester United.
