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Mission Statement
Smart Goal Soccer Academy was created to bridge the gap between science and the joy of the game.
Our mission is to make evidence-based football education accessible to every child — regardless of background or ability — by combining research, technology, and passion for the sport.
We don’t just train players; we nurture confident, curious, and intelligent young people who understand the game and themselves.
Through structured programs, qualified coaches, and an inclusive environment, we help children grow — as athletes, as thinkers, and as human beings.
Over 15 Years Of Experience
Meet Aleksei Popov - founder and CEO of Smart Goal Academy.
Achievements
During 21 years of career, got 21 Category A trophies, participated in FIFA World Cup, UEFA Championship, Champions League UEFA Futsal - final 4.
- 🏆 Winner - Champions League - UEFA Futsal Cup 2006/07
- 🏆 Silver - EU Championship - UEFA 2001, 2003
- 🏆 Participated in 7 final UEFA Futsal games 2005/2006/2007/2008/2011/2012/2013
- 🏆 Champion of Ukraine, Russia, Azerbaijan - Futsal
My story
Nice meeting you, I’m Aleksei Popov - a professional futsal coach and former player. I was a member of the Ukrainian national futsal team.
- 2024 - now
Founder and Head Coach - Smart Goal Academy
The training methodology and program have been developed in conjunction with professional coaches and child psychologists.
- 2023 - now
UEFA Instructor
Author of Training programs for UEFA coaches.
- 2018 - 2024
Senior Coach/General Manager
Built Futsal and Soccer Academy from scratch to 400 players for Norilsk Nickel. Cup of Russia - Twice Winner.
- 2014 - 2018
Coach
Professional training of Goalkeepers and kids. Prepared for and successfully gained PhD in 2017.
- 1997 - 2014
Player
Active professional Futsal and Soccer player.
Diplomas and certificates
