We want to unleash a football revolution in pakistan
Our Story
Legends Academy Pakistan, part of Virgil Sports, embodies the vision of two young friends, Andrea Grusovin and Hamza Syed. Recognizing Pakistan's fervor for sports, particularly football, they embarked on their maiden venture in a country they deeply cherish.
Witnessing the immense passion yet absence of professional avenues among kids, fans, and coaches, they are dedicated to leveraging sports for both economic and social progress.
With Andrea, an Italian private equity associate in Paris, and Hamza, a British-Pakistani entrepreneur, at the helm, their mission is to empower Pakistani talent, believing it stands on par with the world's finest athletes, while bridging the gap in sports infrastructure.
Our Vision
Legends Academy Pakistan's overarching vision is to use sports as a tool in Pakistan’s economic and social development. We seek to translate our success with having academies established across the country, providing UEFA accredited expertise, industry-standard equipment and establish a high standard for football curriculums in Pakistan. So our kids finally have a place to play the beautiful game.
Why we Are different
Legends Academy Pakistan is unique in its approach. Unlike academies linked to major clubs primarily for marketing purposes, we source UEFA-licensed coaches from diverse backgrounds and strong-track records, blending international coaching standards with local expertise.
This initiative seeks to revolutionise Pakistan's footballing scene and elevate the overall standard of competitive sports.
Strategic Advisors
Alexander Arnold
Qualifications
- UEFA A License
- English FA Coach Educator
- Premier League Coach Educator
- Managing Director, PASS Abu Dhabi
Seth Amoafo
Qualifications
- Founder of PASS Abu Dhabi (+1000 kids)
- UEFA B
- Founder of the Largest youth league in the Middle East (+147 teams and +1500 players)
- Ex-Chelsea and Manchester United Coach
Maxwell Opondo-Mbai
Qualifications
- Technical Director, PASS Abu Dhabi
- UEFA A Licence
- Chelsea FC Elite Coach
- Arsenal FC Elite Coach
- Watford FC Ladies 1st team assistant manager
Our Coaches
Ernesto Castaneda Martin Del Campo
Qualifications
- UEFA A Pro Licensed Coach
- BC United / Boys Academy Director (United States)
- Escuela Deportiva Moratalaz / Head Coach (Spain)
- Boca Juniors Academy /Director of Football (India)
- JSSL Soccer Academy / Head Coach (Singapore)
- Al Ethihad Soccer Academy / Head Coach (Abu Dhabi)
Abdul Rehman
Qualifications
- Introduction to football coaching From Pass Football Club Abu Dhabi, UAE
- FA play phase by England football
- FA England CPD PE Certificate
- EE Play Maker by FA Football Certificate
- The Greater Game Certificate by FA England
- Coaching Education from UEFA A License Alexander Arnold from UK & UEFA A License Ernesto From Mexico
- CPR Certification
Shahida Amin
Qualifications
- Played for Pakistan national team
- Currently playing for the pakistan army
- Played from Highlanders football academy Islamabad
- More than 8 years of playing experience
- 2 years coaching experience Atlético de Madrid pakistan
- Currently working as senior coach at Legends Academy pakistan
- FAW License D
- Coaching education introduction by PASS Abudhabi
Muhammad Mujahid
Qualifications
- Ex-professional player (Pakistan Premier League)
- Over 10 years as a professional Goalkeeper
Muhammad Umar
Qualifications
- 7 years playing experience
- 2 years coaching experience
- Winner of Liga Smurfia
- Winner of inter university
- Runners up Punjab youth festival
- FA greater game course
- EE player by England football
- Coach education introduction by PASS Abu Dhabi
Zia ul haq
Qualifications
- Scholar of philosophy in sports
- As a sports teacher Army public school cant.
- Professional National level football player.
- 7 years of experience playing higher education commission (HEC) University level.
- 2 years of coaching experience from Mid field academy Islamabad.
- Represent HUMA FC ISLAMABAD in Pakistan B league and A league.
Inamullah
Qualifications
- Atlético de Madrid Pakistan
- Certificate in Introduction of Coaching by Pass Abu Dhabi UAE
- FA England CPD PE Certificate
- EE play maker FA Football England Certificate
- The greater game by FA England certificate
- FA Play Phase by England football Certificate Introduction to first aid by Legends academy
- Introduction to CPR by legends academy
- Safeguarding awareness by FA Football England certificate
Arslan Maqsood
Qualifications
- Completed Coaching Education Introduction, conducted by Pass!
- Played football
- Under 14 inter provincial championship in Kashmir
- U 12 National Football championship Islamabad
- U 14 National Khanewal
- U 16 National Lahore
Wajid Ali Baig
Qualifications
- BS Graduate of Health and Physical Education of Sports Science, GCU
- Coaching in Lucky Autos Football Club, Gilgit
- District Sports Participation in Gilgit
- Quaid-e-Azam Inter Provincial Games
- Interdepartmental Sports, GCU
- 10 Inter-School & College Game Organizing Committee
- Society for Cultural and Heritage Participant GCUL
- 15 National Inter-School Age Group Swimming Championship Volunteer, 2022
- 26 National Boy’s Age Group Swimming Championship participation, Nov., 2022
- Introduction to football coaching From Pass Football Club Abu Dhabi, UAE
Zain shoukat
Qualifications
- Represented in every football tournament All Punjab, Hawali lakha Championship , Banth All punjab
- Camp of Punjab U20
- Coach education introduction by PASS Abu Dhabi
- 15 years of playing experience
- 1 year of coaching experience
- Represent Punjab team U 15
- Champions of inter university
Abdul Moeez
Qualifications
- Passionate Football Player & Junior Coach from Lahore, Pakistan
- Over 6–7 years of football playing experience
- 2–3 years coaching experience in multiple clubs
- Selected for U-19 Trial Camps and actively played in the team
- Man of the Match and Runner-Up in multiple tournaments
- Received certificates from recognized football events and camps
- Proven team performer in both club and university settings
Zarnain Fatima
Qualifications
- Graduated in health and physical education
- 7 years experience in football
- 5 years of experience playing higher education commission (HEC) university level (winner of inter university)
- Winner of prime minister youth program at national level
- Sports teacher in Army public school Azam garrison
- YRS football academy Islamabad
We build on our legends network
Legends Academy is part of a global alliance of the leading football academies in Asia, with a shared focus for bringing the game we all love to a part of the world where the passion is thriving.
Structure your child’s football development today
Build confidence
Through football, your child will go through experiences that go beyond football. They will learn how to deal with setbacks, gain discipline and be a part of a community.
THINK DIFFERENTLY
Reap the advantage of our Elite Coaches and understand the game to a level previously unfounded in Pakistan.
A Clear Pathway
The easy part is an international team with a global breadth of contacts getting you a professional contract is the easy part. Have you got the dedication?