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VII FSI Conference
on High Performance
in Football

June 4 & 5, 2025

Hosted by Charlotte FC

The world’s leading conference on football science. An event designed for students, sports practitioners, and staff from various professional clubs. More than 20 conferences on applied football sciences delivered by top international experts.

Our VII Edition

Why are the FSI Conferences an unforgettable experience?

Césped del Estadio Bank of America, Charlotte, NC.

Experience the passion for football alongside top professionals.

Connect with high-performance experts who share your vision of the game. This is a space to exchange ideas, build strong connections, and be part of career-defining experiences.

Explore the latest technological innovations in football

The most innovative companies will showcase their latest developments, from analysis tools to performance-enhancing breakthroughs, redefining the future of the game.

Immerse yourself in elite football on a global scale

Every country experiences football in a unique way. This event brings together professionals from diverse cultures, offering you an enriching experience both professionally and personally, in an environment that blends learning with unforgettable moments.

International Event

Participants from over 40 countries, with more than 1,400 attendees in the last edition. Over 220 companies represented.

Unique Experience

The FSI Conference brings together more than 60 football industry experts. Gain insights from the world's elite through short and dynamic presentations.

Networking

Connect with influential figures and expand your professional network. Learn and strengthen your connections, both during and beyond the event.

Extra Activities

Enjoy a VIP experience by joining an exclusive dinner with attendees, visiting the stadium, and exploring the event facilities.

When and where will the VII FSI Conference take place?

We’re visiting our partner, Charlotte FC.

After our conference in Monterrey, Mexico, we’re crossing the Atlantic once again. This time, our destination is Bank of America Stadium, in Charlotte, North Carolina (USA).

800 S Mint St, Charlotte, NC 28202

June 4-5, 2025

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Confirmed Speakers

The program will be updated progressively and may be subject to changes.

VII FSI Conference Program

June, Wednesday 4

SCHEDULETITLE
9:00🎉 Congress Opening Ceremony
9:15Bernardo Requena - «Centenarian» Players
9:45Franco Impellizeri - Dando sentido a los datos: empezar con la pregunta correcta
10:15Jesús Olmo - Hamstring injury prevention: a biomechanical framework
10:45TBA - TBA
11:00☕ Coffee break and networking
11:45David Behm - Ballistic-intent and Plyometric raining
12:15David Joyce - Put me in, Coach - a framework to assess preparedness to play after an injury
12:45Juan Luis Delgado - Talent Development in Soccer: Principles for building a world class academy
13:15🍽️ Lunch Break
15:00TBA - TBA
15:15Jose Luis Campos, Eddy González - Roundtable Academy Scouting
16:00Fred Lipka - Evaluating Quality of Play in U13-U14 MLS NEXT categories
16:30☕ Coffee break and networking
17:00Benito Flores - Creating a Performance Culture: Putting the pieces together - Aligning the team.
17:15Juan Delgado, Adrián Moya, Fred Lipka, Bryan Scales, Jose Asián - Roundtable Academy Coaching Methodology
18:00TBA - TBA
18:15Dean Smith - Coaching best practices: Inverview with Charlotte F.C. Head Coach

June, Thursday 5

SCHEDULETITLE
9:00TBA - TBA
9:15Cristina Fink - Decision-making and Choice
9:45TBA - TBA
10:15Darcy Norman - Lessons Learned from the Beautiful Game: both Club and Country
10:45TBA - TBA
11:00☕ Coffee break and networking
11:30Cristina Fink, Claire Scanlan, Margaret Saurin, Katy Etelman - College Soccer Roundtable
12:15Jordan Troester - Finding Balance - Profiling and monitoring postural control for health and performance
12:45Shawn Arent - Optimizing the high-level and elite player: Integrating Testing, Monitoring, and Application
13:15🍽️ Lunch Break
15:00Adam Parr, Benito Flores, Darcy Norman, John Currie, Franco Impellizzeri - Performance Directors Roundtable
16:00Jesús Olmo, David Joyce, Tyler Knight, Bernardo Requena - Injury Reconditioning Roundtable
16:45☕ Coffee break and networking
17:30Tracie Sponenberg & Alex Seiler - Managing High Performance Talent
18:00TBA - TBA
18:15Sergio Ramos & Maurice Edu - Player Voice

Extra Online

SCHEDULETITLE
ONLINEFabio Nakamura, José Asián - The FSI Lab Project
ONLINEÁlvaro Reina - The Role of Tactical Analyst in Soccer Today

Get your acess

Choose from our three experiences and join us at the event

VIP Access

325,00 €

276,25 €

+ VAT

using the code CHARLOTTE15

Discount available until April 30, 2025.

  • Welcome Pack
  • Coffee Break
  • Networking
  • Certificate of Attendance
  • On-site access to the event
  • Online access to the conferences
  • Sports Equipment Draw
  • Dinner assistance with speakers, organizers
BUY YOUR PASS

On-Site

225,00 €

191,25 €

+ VAT

using the code CHARLOTTE15

Discount available until April 30, 2025.

  • Welcome Pack
  • Coffee Break
  • Networking
  • Certificate of Attendance
  • On-site access to the event
  • Online access to the conferences
  • Sports Equipment Draw
BUY YOUR PASS

Online

140,00 €

119,00 €

+ VAT

using the code CHARLOTTE15

Discount available until April 30, 2025.

  • Certificate of Attendance
  • Online access to the event
  • Online access to the conferences
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

The VII FSI Conference is an annual event focused on discussing and exploring topics related to high performance in football. It brings together experts, professionals, and enthusiasts from the football industry to share knowledge, experiences, and insights.

The VII FSI Conference will be held on June 4-5, 2025, in Charlotte, North Carolina. The event will take place at Bank of America Stadium, home to Charlotte FC and the Carolina Panthers. It will be available both in-person and online, allowing participants to choose the format that best suits them.

Whether you attend in person or online, the conference content will remain accessible for as long as you need after the event. This allows participants to re-watch sessions, catch up on missed content, or dive deeper into specific topics.

To register for the VII FSI Conference, all you need to do is purchase your preferred access pass.

Once you complete the purchase, we will send you credentials for our website via email. With them, you will be able to enjoy the event live online or watch the recordings after the conference ends.

If you attend in person, you will also receive a pass for the event.

Attending in person offers a unique opportunity to interact directly with speakers, network with other participants, and experience the exciting atmosphere of the event. You can take part in interactive sessions, ask real-time questions, and connect with like-minded professionals in the football industry.

The online format offers flexibility and convenience. You can access the conference content from anywhere with an internet connection, allowing you to participate regardless of your location. Additionally, you will have access to the recorded sessions for one month after the event, so you can catch up or delve deeper into topics of interest.

Yes, participants will have the opportunity to request a certificate of attendance for the VII FSI Conference. This certificate serves as official documentation of your participation in the event. Details on how to request the certificate will be provided closer to the conference date.

Yes. Please contact us via WhatsApp, and we will send you a payment link with a special discount once tickets go on sale.

No, the event will not be translated into Spanish simultaneously. However, the sessions will be dubbed into multiple languages after the conference. You can choose to purchase your online ticket now and wait for the translations or buy your ticket after the event once translations are available.

Absolutely! The online conference platform will include interactive features allowing participants to submit questions to speakers. There will be designated Q&A sessions where speakers will address these questions and provide valuable insights.

Once you purchase your ticket, a user account will be created with your email address. Your login credentials will be sent to your email. To revisit the stream, simply log into your account and go to your profile, where you will have access to all the content you have acquired.

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