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World Champion Aitor Karanka confirmed at Portugal Football Summit

Diário de Coimbra3 September 2026 at 12:05

Spain's Aitor Karanka, World Champion as player and coach, was confirmed as a speaker at the Portugal Football Summit. Karanka is currently Technical Director for Development and the Spanish Men's Senior National Team, a position he combines with the role of head coach.

The former Real Madrid central defender will be on stage on September 24 to talk about the Spanish model for training and developing players. His intervention promises to address the methodologies that have underpinned Spanish football's success in recent decades.

In addition to the on-stage intervention, Karanka will also provide an exclusive masterclass for coaches. This parallel training to the main event represents a rare opportunity for professionals in the field to learn from one of the most recognized names in contemporary Spanish football.

The Portugal Football Summit continues to strengthen its lineup with internationally prestigious figures, positioning the event as a reference for football professionals in Portugal and Europe.

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