Coaches
Coach Naves
Coach Naves is a former professional midfielder from Brazil who played for top clubs across Hong Kong- including Tai Po, Sham Shui Po, Rangers, and South China. With over 20 years of international experience, he now brings elite training principles to developing players in Hong Kong.
After retiring from professional football, Aender founded Nation Soccer with the mission to bring quality training to players of all ages. His style combines professional discipline with encouragement and fun.
Bruno Luis Porto Pereira
Head Coach
Brazilian football coach based in Hong Kong since 2019. Bruno brings strong professional experience across coaching and performance analysis.
Experience
Worked as Head Coach, Goalkeeper Coach at Tai Po FC, and Data Analyst at Eastern Long Lions
Achievements
HK Premier League Champion (2018/19)
FA Cup & Senior Shield Champion (2019/20)
Qualifications
Brazil Professional License B
Performance Analysis Specialist
Coach Ali
Football Coach
Experienced coach and former professional footballer with an international background.
Former professional player in Togo and Libya Represented Togo National Team (U22) Player, captain, and coach at All Black FC Founder of Afrika All Stars.
Experience
Over 8 years coaching at AIFA, Sai Kung Sharks FC, All Black FC Academy, and Nation Soccer
Qualifications
HKFA Grassroots Coaching Certificate
HKFA D License
Walter Venavente
Football Coach
A dedicated youth coach focused on developing young players through skills, teamwork, and confidence.
Walter creates a supportive and engaging training environment where players can improve and grow both on and off the field.
Qualifications
UEFA C Certified
Languages
English, Spanish
Coach Carol Lam
Personal Trainer & Football Coach
Energetic and passionate coach specializing in early-age football training and fitness.
Experience
Coaching young players (18 months to 4 years)
Coach at Nation Soccer and EFE
Muay Thai (2018–2022)
Fitness Training (2018–Present)
Qualifications
IPTFA Bronze Pro Personal Trainer
TRX Suspension Training Level 1
NASM Fluid X Foundation
