The Visionary team Behind Our Sports Consulting

 

Racing City Group, founded by Morris Pagniello, an Australian-Italian former professional footballer, has established itself as a global reference in sports-related businesses. The group’s diverse portfolio includes club ownership, some of the world’s largest football academies, player management, and football tours.

 

The group has expanded its global footprint through strategic alliances in the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Mexico, USA, Italy, Spain, Australia, Canada, and Panama, continuously working to elevate the quality of sports across these regions.

Morris Pagniello

Director of Genova Academy, owner of Racing City Group and former professional soccer player, bases his strategy on helping the players to develop their skills and get used to the culture and demands of European soccer.

Club presidents
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Javier Antonio Ruiz Anitua

Javier Antonio Ruiz Anitua is a Mexican architect. He's currently president of Racing Murcia City Futbol Club and Board member of Racing City Group.

Mario Rangel

Highly accomplished Mexican-born businessman with a distinguished career in the import-export trade.  He is the President of Racing LA.

Steve Nijar

Business man, Toronto FC former player and actor. He is president of Racing Madrid Futbol Club. He produced TV movies and TV format such “Soccer Dreams” for Fox Sport

Rosario Pelligra

Australian entrepreneur, Melbourne native, and Catania FC President (Italy) showcasing his global influence. As a Racing City Group Board Member, he actively shapes the organization's future. 

José Antonio Anguiano

Owner of the Tepeyac Institute, one of the most important educational groups in Latin America. Partner of Genova International Mexico-Texas. President of Racing Houston.

our clubs

Racing City Group is structured as a global football holding company that manages a growing network of clubs and academies aimed at developing young talents. 
EXECUTIVE ADVISORY BOARD

Antonio Bisignani

Founder and CEO of First Coincidence, a platform using cutting-edge technology that will provide Racing Group with the tools to support their vision of developing the next generation of champions.

Mubarak AlRamli Alketbi

Human Resources Specialist with a Ph.D. in Human Resources Strategy. Strong expertise in strategic planning and event organization. Founder and President of United Sports Academy and United Sport FC

José Antonio Gallardo

United Kingdom based lawyer with Spanish background with over 30 years of experience in bussiness law and sports management MA London.

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Felice Massa

Reference point for numerous FIFA players. He was Head of Sport Marketing for the “Philipp Plein” group, including those with Atletico Madrid, Monaco and Silvio Berlusconi’s Monza). 

Ettore Serra

Former owner of Chieti Calcio and CEO of Light Wire, a leading Italian ESCo specialized in energy diagnostics and CO2 reduction.

Tuya Miari

Marketing and Events Specialist with deep expertise in strategic brand engagement and event curation. Highly connected across the MENA region. Renowned socialite and influential connector.

Saeed Ahmad Nafar
Mohammed Ahmed


He has been appointed as a Business Strategy and Wealth Management Expert, specializing in Finance and Investments. His role focuses on strategic planning and driving financial growth

our network

We have one of the largest football networks worldwide. Discover more about our commitment to nurturing talent and building the future of the game
LAWYERS

Naser Sulaiman

Gulf Region

His Excellency Mr. Naser Sulaiman is an Emirati Born Lawyer of Government Dubai Land. With Vast experience and had Master of Law from America in Harvard exclusive masters in from Switzerland and Diplomas from Mexico and Canada

José Antonio Gallardo

World wide

United Kingdom based lawyer with Spanish background with over 30 years of experience in bussiness law and sports management MA London. He’s co-founder of Anthem Sports management London and President of FEDECOM.

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Felice Massa

EUROPE REGION

One of the most  prestigious sports law attorneys. He becomes the reference point for numerous FIFA players. He was Head of Sport Marketing for the “Philipp Plein” group, including those with Atletico Madrid, Monaco and Silvio Berlusconi’s Monza). 

GALLERY

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