Overview
- The association unveiled UNAFA at the Lionel Messi complex in Ezeiza, positioning it as a hub for training, research and professional development across the sport.
- The initial portfolio features 14 diploma programs and one master’s degree slated for 2026, covering areas such as sporting director pathways, sports finance, big data, high performance and medical support roles.
- The main headquarters is set at Rodríguez Peña 653 in Buenos Aires, with official activities also planned at the Ezeiza training center.
- Early initiatives include “Segundo tiempo educativo” to help club members complete secondary school and a language center to support international mobility for players and staff.
- Alberto Barbieri, former UBA rector, was named rector alongside a published leadership team, and registrations are open via UNAFA’s official website and social channels.