Head of Juventus Academy network and Youth team psychologist to visit Malta for Player Development Conference  

Lorenzo Forneris, Head Coach of the global Juventus Academy network and a prominent figure in international youth football development, and Alessandro Cecilia, Juventus Psychologist for the Under 15 and Under 17 Youth Sectors will be visiting Malta to lead and address a conference on player development focusing on psychological and nutrition perspective.

The conference, being hosted by Juventus Academy Malta on Saturday 10^th May, will explore key pillars of the development of young footballers, with sessions on psychological training, nutrition, and the holistic Juventus methodology that has shaped generations of top talent. Mr Forneris and Mr Cecilia will share their expertise on how to cultivate well-rounded athletes both on and off the pitch. The event will also be addressed by Dr Dorianne Caruana Bonnici, a Senior MCAST lecturer and specialist in football nutrition. She will address the impact of nutrition on performance, recovery, injury prevention, and career longevity.

The two Juventus personalities will also be present for an inter-league football festival also hosted by Juventus Academy Malta, giving young players, coaches, and parents direct access to Juventus’ world-renowned training philosophy. Trophies and medals to presented personally by the visiting Juventus professionals, adding prestige and inspiration to the event.

Ms Francesca Mamo, on behalf of Juventus Academy Malta, said: “At Juventus Academy, we believe in developing players not just technically, but as complete athletes and individuals. This visit to Malta is an opportunity to share our approach to psychological resilience, nutrition, and personal growth — all key elements in shaping confident, well-rounded footballers. We’re proud to bring this philosophy to the local football community and support the future of the game here.”