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André
Schembri

Grow, persevere, and rise stronger.

ABOUT Me!

André is currently pursuing the UEFA Pro Licence and holds a BSc in Sport Science and Coaching in Football from the University of Hull, where he researched professional players' perceptions of their coaches' behaviors. He also completed a Master’s in High-Performance Football at the MBP School of Coaches in Barcelona, focusing on the game as a discipline that integrates tactical, technical, physical, and psychological aspects.

He is the co-founder of Traainer, a company dedicated to developing individual talent and unlocking players' full potential through strategic, holistic, and multidisciplinary preparation. Additionally, he co-founded NxtEra Football in Malta, a football academy that provides elite foundation-phase coaching to help the next generation of athletes reach their full potential.

My Career

In 2007, André left Malta to pursue a professional football career abroad, which spanned 13 years. Throughout his career, he played in eight different countries, including Germany, Austria, Hungary, Greece, Cyprus, Portugal, and India. He competed in renowned leagues such as the Portuguese Primeira Liga and the German 2. Bundesliga. André had the privilege of representing prestigious clubs like Ferencvárosi TC and Boavista FC, as well as making numerous Europa League appearances with Apollon Limassol FC. He also had the great honor of representing his country 94 times.

" The Schembri's are the most famous dynasty in Maltese football and one of Europe's ultimate footballing families."

- Uefa.com

Andrea Pirlo

World Cup winner

“In meetings with the national team's shirts, I always found André a determined, loyal and good opponent. I wish André to achieve the goals for all aspiring Malta players and to help them grow first as men and then as players.”

Javi gracia

Watford, Valencia, leeds

“André was very similar to the Spanish players I used to train - a team player, clever and goal scorer. A player with personality and solid values that earned the love and respect of his teammates and coaches. I can truly understand why André was such an important player for all the teams he played for and Malta’s national team.”

Owen Coyle

Burnley, Bolton, Blackburn

“We’re a far better team when he plays. He’s such a clever footballer. He’s a shining example every day in the training ground and he deserves all the success that comes his way.”