Football Forum - Community Tournament (Powered by ATS Focivilág)

 Location: 1146 Budapest, Városliget, Mini Arena
Time: 15:00 – 18:00
Details:
The forum kicks off with an exciting community tournament where amateur and semi-professional players, industry insiders, and football enthusiasts come together for a friendly competition.

Organized in collaboration with ATS Football World, this tournament aims to celebrate the universal love for football, foster connections, and bring together talents from different backgrounds.
Reminder: Participants are requested to arrive 30 minutes before the event begins for registration and warm-up.

For more details please reach out to: gheinrich@thepathsm.com

Welcome Party – Reception (Invitation Only)

Time: 19:00 – 22:00
Details:
An exclusive networking reception in one of Budapest’s most prestigious locations, situated in the historic Buda Castle. The venue offers a stunning panoramic view of the city, creating the perfect ambiance for an elegant evening of fine dining, socializing, and meaningful business connections.
This is a private event, accessible by invitation only.

Football Forum – The Main Event

Location: 1091 Budapest, Üllői út 129., Groupama Arena
Time: 9:30 – 18:00
Details:
The core day of the forum features panel discussions, keynote speeches, workshops, and networking sessions led by top football executives, club owners, agents, and investors from both Eastern and Western Europe. Discussions will cover key topics such as:

The event will be divided into multiple thematic areas to allow attendees to engage in focused discussions and workshops:

Area 1: Business & Investment

Area 2: Coaching & Player Development

Area 3: Technology & Innovation in Football

Area 4: Sports Law & Governance

Parents' Session (14:00 – 17:30)
A special session dedicated to parents of young athletes, offering valuable insights into the career pathways, challenges, and opportunities for their children in professional football.
Tickets for the Parents' Session are available separately and do not require a full forum pass.

After Party & Football Shirt Contest

Location: 1093 Budapest, Fővám tér 11-12., BOHO
Time: 19:30 – 01:00
Details:
An unforgettable after-party experience at one of Budapest’s trendiest venues, BOHO, featuring live music, DJ sets, and a relaxed atmosphere for networking and celebrating the day’s discussions.

 Football Shirt Contest @BOHO (20:30)
Attendees are encouraged to showcase their most iconic, rare, or stylish football shirts, with a special prize awarded to the best entry!

Further information can be found here.

Extra Time – Networking Event

 Location: 1097 Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 34., TRIBE Hotel
Time: 10:00 – 13:00

 Details:
The final day of the forum offers a more relaxed networking opportunity, allowing industry professionals to continue conversations, exchange ideas, and explore collaborations in an informal setting over coffee breaks.

This exclusive session ensures that attendees leave with meaningful connections, whether for future projects, partnerships, or investments in the football business.