Atlanta, GA — IFC Atlanta is proud to announce that the Club has reached an agreement with Coach Fernando De Barros, founder of FDB Soccer, to become the next Sporting Director of IFC Atlanta, effective November 1, 2025.

Under this new partnership, Coach Fernando will lead the Club’s soccer operations and oversee player development initiatives for the 2025/26 season. His immediate focus will include training IFC Atlanta players to compete in small-sided competitions and implementing a technical framework designed to strengthen player creativity, tactical awareness, and competitive performance.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Coach Fernando to IFC Atlanta,” said [IFC Atlanta Club Director Name]. “His technical expertise, coaching philosophy, and passion for developing young players align perfectly with our mission to elevate the standard of soccer in Atlanta.”

“I’m excited to join IFC Atlanta and help guide the next generation of players,” said Coach Fernando De Barros. “Our goal is to create a program that challenges players to think faster, play smarter, and enjoy every moment of their development journey.”

As Sporting Director, Coach Fernando will play a key role in shaping the Club’s training methodology, mentoring coaching staff, and introducing enhanced technical programs that blend FDB Soccer’s proven training model with IFC Atlanta’s competitive structure.

The partnership represents an important step toward IFC Atlanta’s long-term vision of developing high-performing players and providing consistent pathways for growth across all levels of play.

For more information, visit www.ifcsoccer.com or follow @IFCAtlanta on social media for updates on programs, schedules, and 2025/26 season details.