Football is so much more than a mere sport. Economically speaking, football’s influence goes way beyond its 90 minute game. In some countries alone, the football industry represents over 1% of the national GDP and offers countless business opportunities. We will be exploring football’s business model with a special focus on Portugal, approaches to the different management styles, internationalisation of the industry, diversification of income sources and the role of firms and clubs in the international football arena.

Technology is changing the world we live in and football is not an exception to this transformation. Discover how the leading firms and cutting edge Startups are engaging in this new field of opportunities. We will get a peek of how the latest technology and innovations can help strengthen athletes’ performance, increase the entertainment for viewers and boost clubs incomes. Are you ready to reach out and discover how the game of football is using technology to jump to the next level?

Football is a sport with important values that can be used as a tool to fight poverty and social exclusion. Important Institutions, clubs and firms will present us their programs and contributions to the improvement of child welfare and disfavoured societies.