Radical FootballConference
Two days of presentations, practical sessions and real conversations about how children learn and grow through football. Built for coaches who want to go deeper.
Conference 2026 Sponsors
What Makes Our Conference Different
Most conferences hand you slides. We hand you two days that change how you see the game - on stage and on the pitch.
Speakers
Learn from leading experts in youth football development
Andrei Zaporojan
Head Coach, Enskede IK
Arne Barez
Football Content Manager at FIFA
Aslan Odev
Academy Coach, Crystal Palace F.C.
Eduardo de la Pascua Roca
Applied Sport Scientist, Cádiz CF
Joel Hansson
Physical Development Coach, Hammarby Fotboll
Sandu Tabirca
UEFA PRO Licensed Coach and Educator
Ross Wilding
U14 Fulham Football Club Academy Coach
James Vaughan
Academy Director VSK Football
Paul Bradley
Professor of Football Science & FIFA Consultant
Jamie Hamilton
UEFA A - Licensed Coach
Have something to share? We are looking for coaches, educators, and researchers who work with young people.
Testimonials
Coaches and researchers on what they took home from the conference.
What we're here for
Two days designed for coaches who want to go deeper. Not a typical football conference - every session is built around how children actually learn and grow through the game.
Learn from international coaches and researchers
Experience practical sessions on the pitch, not just theory
Connect with a growing community of coaches across 20+ countries
You won't coach the same way after this
Programme
Theoretical and practical sessions across multiple days
Schedule Coming Soon
The detailed programme is being finalised. Check back soon for the full schedule.
Where it all happens
Two days on and around the pitch. Here is where to find us.
Conference Tickets
Secure your spot at the conference. Choose the ticket that suits you best.
Early Access
Lower price, limited number of places.
- Two full days with 11 speakers from 8 countries — every session included.
- Lunch, coffee, and refreshments each day — included.
- Evening networking sessions with buffet, drinks, and a cocktail bar — two nights to build relationships that last beyond the conference.
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Sit at the Table with the Speakers (24 July)
A welcoming dinner in a smaller setting, before the conference begins.
- Two full days with 11 speakers from 8 countries — every session included.
- Lunch, coffee, and refreshments each day.
- Evening networking sessions with buffet, drinks, and a cocktail bar — two nights to build relationships that last beyond the conference.
- Welcoming dinner with the speakers (24 July) — a smaller setting before the conference begins.
Previous Editions
A look back at the rooms, the pitch and the people from past editions.
From past editions
Explore each edition
Frequently Asked Questions
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Still have questions? contact@radicalfootball.ro · +40 751 342 405