Co-Founder and Academy Director

Zahid plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of PTSA. His extensive experience within the academy framework contributes significantly to our ability to provide the finest programs for our young players. Over the years, Zahid has collaborated with some of our most promising players and has been a crucial figure in several of our highly successful European tours.

His involvement with numerous successful football teams in London has equipped him with an extensive knowledge of diverse coaching and training methods. He has also gained invaluable experience in prominent European youth tournaments such as the Dana Cup, Cup No.1, IberCup Estoril, and IberCup Scandinavia.

Zahid boasts qualifications including an MBA, BSc (Hons), UEFA B License, and FA Youth Module 1 & 2 certification.

In addition to his role as Academy Director, Zahid presently oversees the Camden Youth League (CYL), which encompasses over 100 local grassroots teams for age groups under 7 and 13.

Beyond the realm of football, Zahid has amassed two decades of experience as a Freelancer Digital Producer, serving major blue-chip companies.