Rayyan Firdawcy arrived from the DC United academy with a clear target and delivered. FuteBALLER placed him into a trial at SC Braga, one of Portugal’s most demanding environments, and he proved he belonged. His touch, speed of thought and ability to play forward stood out immediately. This is why these opportunities matter. When the pathway is real, players rise.

FuteBALLER will run its 2025 Coach Education program in Lisbon from 9 to 15 December . The week focuses on practical learning inside real Portuguese academy environments. The schedule places coaches inside Sporting CP and SL Benfica to watch training, observe methodology and understand how top clubs build player pathways. Participants go through daily on-field observations, classroom sessions with academy staff and match analysis. The program presents the full development

Small-group training focused on technical detail, correction, and realistic game situations. Coaches with Benfica and Sporting backgrounds guided players through first touch, receiving under pressure, and decision-making at higher speed. The environment was competitive and clear in its standards.

Jack Lovsin, a 2015-born player from Canada, recently spent two weeks in Portugal with FuteBALLER , taking part in an intensive football experience that tested his skills among some of the country’s top environments. During his stay, Jack trained with CF Os Belenenses  and Estoril Praia , two respected Portuguese clubs known for developing technically gifted players. He also had individual sessions with elite coaches from SL Benfica , where his natural ability and tactical un

FuteBALLER continues to grow, and we are proud to welcome two outstanding professionals who will play a central role in helping players...

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One of the most common things young players struggle with is combining a clean first touch with an accurate finish. This drill is a go-to...