Youth development • community impact • football excellence
4–16Youth age range
7+Coaches featured
Year-roundTraining and events
Building confident athletes and shaping strong character.
TALENTS Football Academy develops young players through structured coaching, discipline, teamwork, and a values-driven environment that creates impact on and off the field.
About the academy
Mission, vision, and values that shape every player.
The academy combines structured football training with character-building, discipline, community engagement, and a long-term commitment to producing both skilled athletes and strong individuals.
Our mission
To develop confident, disciplined, and responsible young athletes through high-quality coaching, strong values, teamwork, and community engagement.
Our vision
To become one of the leading football academies in Lebanon and the region, recognized for player development, coaching quality, and value-driven leadership on and off the field.
Growth objective
To become accredited by the Lebanese Football Federation as an official club able to participate in national leagues across categories.
Youth development
Safe, structured, and encouraging environments for every child’s physical, mental, and emotional growth.
Discipline & respect
Respect for teammates, coaches, opponents, referees, and the game itself.
Teamwork & inclusion
Every player matters, regardless of background or skill level.
Excellence through coaching
Continuous improvement with age-appropriate development and proper training methods.
Community & family engagement
Strong relationships with families, schools, and partners around every player.
Integrity & responsibility
Transparency, professionalism, and accountability with parents, partners, and sponsors.
Why youth sports matter
Sports build more than athletes.
Teamwork, discipline, and respect
Players learn collaboration, responsibility, focus, and positive sportsmanship through consistent training and competition.
Healthy lifestyles and education
The academy promotes physical activity, healthy habits, and educational achievement as part of balanced youth development.
Confidence for youth and families
Participation helps children build confidence while strengthening bonds among families and the wider community.
Who we are
An academy structured for development, leadership, and competitive progress.
TALENTS Football Academy serves youth from ages 4 to 16 with multiple teams, experienced coaches, support personnel, and a visible trajectory of community and competitive growth.
Age groups and team structure
The academy supports children and adolescents across multiple categories and capability levels to widen participation and progression.
Qualified coaches and support staff
Experienced and certified coaches deliver structured guidance while support staff maintain a safe and positive environment.
Steady growth and competitive success
Participation continues to expand while tournament achievements highlight the academy’s pursuit of excellence.
Coaching team
Meet the coaches leading player development across every age category.
Vartan Sarkissian
Age Category 2017–2018 • LFA certified • 8+ years • Former D1 player
Marwan Nakhle
Age Category 2013–2014 • Former D1 player • 23+ years of experience
Rayen Al Tawil
Age Category 2018–2020 • 1+ years of experience
Dany Diab
Age Category 2011–2012 • Former Egyptian U23 National Team and D2 player • 7+ years
Elias Al Raii
2018–2019 assistant coach • 2+ years of experience
Rabih Harrouz
LFA, English, and FIFA Training Centre certified • 4+ years of experience
Hisham Nicolas
Age Category 2015–2016 • Former D1 player • 3+ years of experience
Tony Al Raii
Age Category 2009–2010 • Former Racing Club Beirut coach • 15+ years of experience
Executives
Leadership focused on operations, growth, and communication.
Rabih Harrouz
Academy Manager
Tony Al Raii
Founder and Owner
Samar Issa
Head of Administration
Tracy Salloum
Social Media Manager
Graduates and success stories
- Charbel Khoury Hanna — Racing Club of Beirut youth and first team (2022–present)
- Elias Raii — Nejmeh SC youth team, Beirut Football Academy youth team, Lebanese National Team 2010 category
- Muhammad Al Abd — Sportsklubben Brann youth team, Norway (2024–present)
- Elie Wehbe — Racing Club of Beirut youth team (2022–2024)
- Hisham Nicolas — Racing Club of Beirut youth team (2022–2024)
Recent tournament results
- 2nd place — Spark League Category 2008–09, Season 23–24
- 1st place — Superhatrick Silver League, Category 2010–011, Season 23–24
- 1st place — Gen Alpha League, Category 2010 Semi-Pro, Season 24–25
- 2nd place — Gen Alpha League, Category 2011 Semi-Pro, Season 24–25
- Semi-finalists — Gen Alpha League 2024–25, Categories 2015 and 2017
Community reach
Football, families, and year-round engagement.
Academy activities attract families, parents, local businesses, and year-round attendees, creating a strong and authentic community around the club.
Families and parents
Events attract family audiences and engaged parents who actively support the academy environment.
Year-round activities
Training, matches, and seasonal activities keep the academy active and visible across the calendar.
Community trust
The club builds credibility through youth development, discipline, and long-term local engagement.
Interested in partnering with TALENTS Football Academy?
Visit the sponsorship page to explore available placements and partnership opportunities.
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