The FBA and BG Pathum United Join Forces to Strengthen Football Business Education Across Asia

Geneva, 8 September 2025

The Football Business Academy (FBA) is proud to announce a groundbreaking educational partnership with BG Pathum United, one of Thailand’s leading football clubs and a rising force in Asian football. This marks The FBA’s very first club partnership in Asia, reflecting its continued mission to support football’s professionalization on a truly global scale.

This collaboration underscores The FBA’s commitment to bridging the gap between education and the real-world football industry, while providing its Master Candidates with unique learning experiences in one of the world’s fastest-growing football regions.

“It’s a real pleasure to welcome BG Pathum into The FBA Family. With their modern facilities and visionary leadership, it’s the perfect club to continue strengthening our presence and impact across Asia. This is the beginning of what I’m sure will be a very fruitful partnership that will set a new standard in the region.”

– Kristian Dobrev, Deputy CEO of The FBA

“This partnership is a major milestone for our club in combining real-world football operations with international academic expertise. It allows us to nurture future leaders while expanding BG Pathum United’s footprint internationally. At the same time, it provides us with an opportunity to share our knowledge with students and highlight BGPU as a learning hub for football, equipped with stadiums, training facilities, academies, football technologies, and even sports broadcasting businesses.” – Mr. Piyasak Bhumichitra, Chief Executive Officer of BG Pathum United.

– Mr. Piyasak Bhumichitra, CEO of BG Pathum United

Both organizations share a vision of driving football’s development through education, innovation, and sustainable practices. By combining The FBA’s expertise in football business education with BG Pathum United’s competitive ambitions and strong community presence, this partnership will foster knowledge exchange and create valuable opportunities for both sides.

This strategic alliance is designed to unlock a wealth of opportunities, fostering collaboration on critical topics that benefit both The FBA and BG Pathum United.Beyond offering FBA Master Candidates an immersive learning experience through internships, the partnership will enable Student Business Projects tailored to BG Pathum United’s strategic objectives, driving innovation and creating synergies that align with the club’s ambitious vision.

This partnership not only expands The FBA’s global footprint but also reinforces its dedication to fostering growth in emerging football markets. With the Asian football landscape evolving rapidly and gaining international attention, this collaboration represents a strategic step toward shaping the future of the game in the region.

ABOUT BG PATHUM UNITED

Founded in 2006 and based in Pathum Thani, Thailand, BG Pathum United has quickly become one of the country’s most successful clubs, competing in the Thai League 1 and regularly participating in continental competitions such as the AFC Champions League. BG Pathum United aims to inspire its community and elevate Thai football on both the domestic and international stage. The club is renowned for its modern infrastructure, innovative management, and commitment to grassroots football development.

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ABOUT THE FBA

The Football Business Academy is a global leader in football business education whose goal is to accelerate the professionalization of the football industry and develop current and future leaders in the game. Founded in 2017 and based in Switzerland, The FBA is best known for its flagship degree – the Professional Master in Football Business – which is a 12-month program with two intakes each year.

Additionally, The FBA works with football organizations around the world to design and deliver customized training, workshops, and educational content. Other partners of The FBA include CONMEBOL, Liga Portugal, CF Rayados, Club Nacional de Football, Independiente del Valle, Real Mallorca, Brighton & Hove Albion, SL Benfica, Venezia FC, Rangers FC, Sporting Clube de Portugal, Common Goal, Olocip, Double Pass, and USL.