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At Pro Football Academy Portugal, we believe in more than training players — we are committed to shaping well-rounded athletes and responsible young individuals. Combining elite football development with a strong academic pathway, we provide a structured, supportive, and disciplined environment where athletes learn to work hard, think with purpose, and grow with confidence.

Guided by our values and inspired by Portugal’s deep football culture, we help each athlete build the habits, character, and mindset needed to achieve long-term success — on the pitch, in the classroom, and in life

Growing Players with Purpose and Discipline

Why us?

Choosing Pro Football Academy Portugal means choosing an environment designed for real development. We offer a fully residential experience where football, education, and daily routines work together to maximise each athlete’s performance.

Our players train with purpose, study with structure, and grow in a safe, supportive community that feels like a family. Guided by experienced staff and inspired by Portugal’s rich football culture, every athlete receives personalised attention, strong values, and a clear pathway to evolve — as a player and as a person.

  • Our mission is to help young athletes reach their full potential through elite football development and strong academic support. We believe success comes from hard work, consistency and character, and we provide the structure and guidance athletes need to grow in every area of their lives.

  • We welcome athletes from all over the world into a diverse and multicultural community. Living, studying and training together exposes players to new perspectives, friendships and experiences that prepare them not only for football, but for life beyond the game.

  • At PFA Portugal, athletes are never alone. We work as a family — coaches, tutors, staff and players — all committed to supporting each athlete’s journey. From daily routines to academic follow-up and emotional support, everything we do is built around helping each athlete feel safe, motivated and ready to grow.

MEET THE TEAM

Head Coach & CEO Carlos André Oliveira

FOOTBALL COACHING TEAM

Coach Mário Ortiz

Coach “Suíço”

Futsal Coach André Lima

PERFORMANCE TEAM

Physio João Pereirinha

Mental Health Coach Fernando Santos

Strength & Conditioning Coach Simão Lemos

Strength & Conditioning Coach João Lomba

Nutritionist Dra. Ângela Henriques

OFFICE

Public Relations Elisabete Gomes

Education Cátia Ferreira

Marketing Maria Oliveira

Human Resources Matilde Pires