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Who We Are
Welcome to The Football Union, the home of football youth development, specialized training, international tours and sport specific products. Our mission is to provide young football players with the resources and opportunities they need to reach their full potential.
Whether you’re a young player looking to develop your skills, a coach looking to improve your team, or a fan looking to experience the game in a new way, The Football Union has something for you. Visit our website today to learn more about our programs and services, and take the first step towards reaching your full potential on the football field.
What We Offer
We offer a variety of programs and services to help young players develop their skills and love for the game. Our club program is designed to provide players with the training and support they need to improve their technical and tactical abilities. Our events, such as tournaments and camps, give players the chance to compete and showcase their skills against other talented players from around South Africa.
In addition to our club programs, we also offer specialized training for coaches and players of all levels. Our expert coaches have years of experience and are dedicated to helping players improve their game on and off the field. We also offer a wide range of football products, including equipment, apparel, and accessories, to help players take their game to the next level.
The Football Union also offers international tours and experiences for players who want to take their game to a global level. Our tours give players the opportunity to compete against top teams from around the world and gain valuable experience playing in different cultures and environments while expanding their horizons.
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David Ribeiro
Technical director
David, the Technical Director of The Football Union. With a passion for the sport that spans both his playing and coaching careers, he embodies excellence in every aspect.
After completing his degree in Sport Science, specializing in Sports Management, David embarked on a successful playing career before transitioning into coaching. Armed with a wealth of knowledge and experience, he obtained coaching certifications from esteemed football associations, including the South African Football Association (SAFA), the Confederation of African Football (CAF), and the Football Association (FA). David then when on to complete his Masters in Switzerland with Fifa and holds an MA – Fifa Master in Sports business and law. David is now coaching for the Uganda National Women’s teams.
David’s coaching journey took him to prominent organizations such as Coerver South Africa, where he refined his skills and made a lasting impact on aspiring footballers. Additionally, he served as the U17 National Women’s Goalkeeper Coach, dedicating himself to developing young talents and contributing to the growth of the sport on a national level.
With his deep-rooted understanding of the game, combined with his remarkable playing career and coaching achievements, David has taken on the role as Technical Director of the Football Union.
As the owner of The Football Union, he continues to inspire and demand nothing less than excellence from all those associated.