COACHING CONSULTANCY
The perfect opportunity for coaches and players to book a private One-on-One session with Rafael Fogageiro – one of the world’s top futsal coaches, André Caro #TheDoctor – expert in running academies and youth coaching, or Luizinho Cruz – world-class goalkeeper coach with elite international experience.
1 hr
60 Australian dollars
Rafael
Fogageiro
Rafael Fogageiro is Brazilian, born in São Gonçalo, in the state of Rio de Janeiro. He graduated in Physical Education in 2004 and Physiotherapy in 2015 from Salgado de Oliveira University. He also completed a certified "latu sensu" course at the School of Physical Education and Sports at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, with a specialization in futsal.
With over 17 years of coaching experience, his work in Saudi Arabia and Iran stands out—particularly in Iran, where he was the head coach of Giti Pasand FSC. He led the team to the regular-season championship of the Iranian Futsal League in 2018/19, breaking multiple records in the competition’s history.
Rafael then took charge at Al Nasr Futsal Club in the UAE, where he secured multiple trophies, including the 2020/21 Etihad Cup and the prestigious President’s Cup.
Most recently, Rafael became the head coach of the Bahrain National Team, guiding them to qualification for the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Finals in 2024. Under his leadership, Bahrain has risen to become one of the strongest futsal teams in Asia, demonstrating tactical excellence and competitive dominance.
1 hr
80 Australian dollars
Luizinho
Cruz
Luizinho Cruz is a Brazilian futsal goalkeeper coach with an international reputation, best known for his work with Kairat Almaty and the Kazakhstan national team. Over his career he has trained and mentored some of the game’s top goalkeepers, including Leo Higuita, 5-time winner of the Best Goalkeeper in the World award.
Respected for his detailed approach to goalkeeper development, Luizinho combines technical fundamentals, tactical awareness, and performance analysis to help players excel under pressure. His training methods emphasise decision-making, modern distribution, and the unique responsibilities of the futsal goalkeeper in set-plays and flying goalkeeper systems.
Fluent in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, Luizinho brings a global perspective and clear communication to every session, making him a trusted mentor for players and coaches around the world.
1 hr
60 Australian dollars
A wealth of knowledge that the whole Australian futsal community can benefit from. From basics to the complex fundamentals, Rafaels knowledge ensures there's a solution for all aspects no matter the situation. Raf doesn't only give solutions and ideas, he ensures the procedures are In place to execute in real game situations. A gentleman that goes above and beyond to ensure his experience has been filtered through yours.
Deren Saban - President of Moreland Futsal Club (Australia)
I would highly recommend anyone to experience Rafa's Futsal Coaching Consultancy.
Rafael's vast knowledge, ability to engage and explain the content, not just with words but also using the coaching board is incredible. Not to mention also his dedication to make sure you understand the content. This is what makes him a special coach and one to learn from.
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