Alumni Spotlight: Geraldino Barbosa

Geraldino Barbosa’s journey with Pro-Football Academy Portugal is a remarkable testament to the academy’s commitment to both athletic and academic excellence. From the start, Geraldino—known as Du—demonstrated an unwavering dedication to his growth, balancing intensive football training with a demanding academic path. Under the guidance of our skilled coaches, he honed his skills within our advanced programs, benefiting from the academy’s elite facilities.

Alongside his athletic development, Geraldino pursued a master’s degree in High Performance Training, gaining deep insights into strength, conditioning, and sports science. This education has been foundational in his career, enabling him to expertly guide athletes in optimizing their performance.

Today, Geraldino Barbosa is an esteemed strength and conditioning coach with Al Nassr, where he trains alongside some of the world’s top football talent. His role has given him the privilege to work with renowned professionals like Bruno Fernandes, João Cancelo, Declan Rice, Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., Rafael Leão, David Carmo, and many others. His expertise in high-performance training is now a valuable asset to these elite players.

Geraldino’s achievements reflect his commitment and illustrate the holistic philosophy of Pro-Football Academy Portugal, where education and elite sports training converge to shape well-rounded professionals. We are proud to have him among our alumni, and his story serves as an inspiring example of what’s possible for our athletes both on and off the field.