Board Members - Racing City Group

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.

Board Member

Morris Pagniello

Founder, Director

Global Football Executive & Developer

Director of Genova Academy, owner of Racing City Group and former professional footballer, Morris Pagniello focuses on developing players while preparing them for the culture, intensity and expectations of European football.

With a global network spanning academies, club ownership and player pathways, he continues to create opportunities for emerging talent to transition into elite football environments and compete at the highest level.

Former Professional Player Founder, Racing City Group Director, Genova Academy

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Director

Justin Davis

Business strategist with 25+ years across finance, investments and operations. Focused on driving growth, strategic planning and delivering sustainable success.

Finance Investments Strategy

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Director

Steve Nijar

Business man, former Toronto FC player and actor, Steve Nijar is President of Racing Madrid Futbol Club. He also produced TV movies and football formats including Soccer Dreams for Fox Sport.

Business Former Toronto FC Player President, Racing Madrid FC

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Advisory

Antonio Bisignani

Founder & CEO of Coincidence AI, providing cutting-edge technology to support Racing City Group’s vision of developing future champions.

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Mubarak AlRamli Alketbi

PhD Human Resources Strategist. Founder & President of United Sports Academy and United Sport FC.

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Aman Sidhu

Founder & CEO of 5AAB Group, operating across construction, logistics and innovative technology sectors.

Advisory

Saeed Ahmad Nafar Mohammed Ahmed

Business Strategy & Wealth Management expert specializing in finance, investments and long-term financial growth.

Advisory

José Antonio Gallardo

UK-based lawyer with 30+ years in business law and sports management. MA London.

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Felice Massa

Reference point for FIFA players. Former Head of Sport Marketing at Philipp Plein Group, working with Atletico Madrid, Monaco and Monza.

Advisory

Tuya Miari

Marketing & Events Specialist with strong MENA network. Expert in brand engagement and event curation.

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Amarjeet Singh

Business Development Manager based in Manipur, India, driving growth and expansion opportunities.

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José Antonio Gallardo

World Wide

UK-based lawyer with Spanish background and over 30 years of experience in business law and sports management. 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 professionals, acting as a key reference point for FIFA players. Former Head of Sport Marketing at Philipp Plein Group, working with Atletico Madrid, Monaco and Monza.