DAVID AZNAR
For the past 20 years, his coaching career and ongoing education have been centered on High Performance Sports, with a particular focus on football. He had the privilege of beginning his professional journey in women’s football at one of the most prestigious clubs in the world—Real Madrid C.F.—where he managed over 50 official matches and became the first head coach in the club’s history to qualify for the Women’s Champions League.
He sees himself as an enterprising and resilient professional, with strong leadership skills and the ability to guide and inspire teams. He prioritizes communication, relationships, and teamwork in pursuit of optimal competitive performance. His dynamic and personalized methodology is player-centered, aiming to bring out the best version of each athlete—both individually and collectively—across various environments.
DAVID AZNAR
For the past 20 years, his coaching career and ongoing education have been centered on High Performance Sports, with a particular focus on football. He had the privilege of beginning his professional journey in women’s football at one of the most prestigious clubs in the world—Real Madrid C.F.—where he managed over 50 official matches and became the first head coach in the club’s history to qualify for the Women’s Champions League.
He sees himself as an enterprising and resilient professional, with strong leadership skills and the ability to guide and inspire teams. He prioritizes communication, relationships, and teamwork in pursuit of optimal competitive performance. His dynamic and personalized methodology is player-centered, aiming to bring out the best version of each athlete—both individually and collectively—across various environments.
SPORTS QUALIFICATIONS
UEFA PRO LICENSE
SPANISH FEDERATION
UEFA PRO LICENSE
SPANISH FEDERATION
UEFA PRO LICENSE
SPANISH FEDERATION
- EXPERT IN SPORTS COACHING
- EXPERT IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT
- EXPERT IN FOOTBALL METHODOLOGY
- GRADUATE IN SPORTS SCIENCE & PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
- ADVANCED STUDIES IN SPORTS EFFICIENCY
WOMEN'S FOOTBALL EXPERIENCE
- C.D. TACÓN - 2018/19
HEAD COACH (2ND DIV) CHAMPION AND PROMOTION.
- C.D. TACÓN - 2019/20
HEAD COACH (1ST DIVISION) COVID - LEAGUE STOPPED.
- REAL MADRID - 2020/21
HEAD COACH (1ST DIV). 2ND PLACE IN THE LEAGUE.
- REAL MADRID - 2021/22
HEAD COACH (1ST DIV) QUALIFY TO UWCL.
- ATHLETIC CLUB - 2023/24
HEAD COACH (1ST DIV) FOLLOW CLUB'S OBJECTIVES.
- C.D. TACÓN - 2018/19
HEAD COACH (2ND DIV) CHAMPION AND PROMOTION.
- C.D. TACÓN - 2019/20
HEAD COACH (1ST DIVISION) COVID - LEAGUE STOPPED.
- REAL MADRID - 2020/21
HEAD COACH (1ST DIV). 2ND PLACE IN THE LEAGUE.
- REAL MADRID - 2021/22
HEAD COACH (1ST DIV) QUALIFY TO UWCL.
- ATHLETIC CLUB - 2023/24
HEAD COACH (1ST DIV) FOLLOW CLUB'S OBJECTIVES.
ACHIVEMENTS & AWARDS
FIRST COACH IN THE HISTORY OF REAL MADRID WOMENS.
Awards CEFM 2018-19
Best Coach of spanish 1st division 2020-21
FIRST COACH IN THE HISTORY OF REAL MADRID WOMENS.
Awards CEFM 2018-19
Best Coach of spanish 1st division 2020-21
FIRST COACH IN THE HISTORY OF REAL MADRID WOMENS.
Awards CEFM 2018-19
Best Coach of spanish 1st division 2020-21
men'S FOOTBALL EXPERIENCE
- CD TOLEDO - 2002/03
ASSISTANT COACH U19
- REAL MADRID - 2003/04
ASSISTANT COACH U15
- TALAVERA CF - 2006/07
HEAD COACH U19
- ATL DE MADRID - 2007/11
HEAD COACH U15
- ATL DE MADRID - 2009/11
HEAD COACH U19
- CD LEGANÉS - 2011/12
HEAD COACH U23
- MAJADAHONDA - 2013/15
HEAD COACH U19 RAYO MAJADAHONDA
- AD ALCORCÓN - 2015/16
HEAD COACH U19
- GETAFE CF - 2016/17
ASISTANT COACH (2ND DIVISION)
- RFF DE MADRID - 2017/18
U18 MADRID FOOTBALL FEDERATION
- CD TOLEDO - 2002/03
ASSISTANT COACH U19
- REAL MADRID - 2003/04
ASSISTANT COACH U15
- TALAVERA CF - 2006/07
HEAD COACH U19
- ATL DE MADRID - 2007/11
HEAD COACH U15
- ATL DE MADRID - 2009/11
HEAD COACH U19
- CD LEGANÉS - 2011/12
HEAD COACH U23
- MAJADAHONDA - 2013/15
HEAD COACH U19 RAYO MAJADAHONDA
- AD ALCORCÓN - 2015/16
HEAD COACH U19
- GETAFE CF - 2016/17
ASISTANT COACH (2ND DIVISION)
- RFF DE MADRID - 2017/18
U18 MADRID FOOTBALL FEDERATION
DEVELOPMENT OF YOUNG TALENT
He has had the opportunity to work with young talents, helping them develop their skills and reach higher levels of performance. Today, many of them are playing professional football. Here are some examples of the players he has contributed to developing:
OLIVER TORRES
SERVILLA FC
RODRI
MANCHESTER CITY FC
ÓSCAR PLANO
REAL VALLADOLID
SAMU SÁIZ
GIRONA FC
JUAN CRUZ
OSASUNA
S. ARRIBAS
REAL MADRID
RUBÉN PÉREZ
PANATHINAIKOS FC
MANU S.
ATLÉTICO DE MADRID
BORJA B.
REAL OVIEDO
J. MANQUILLO
NEWCASTLE
S. ARRIBAS
REAL MADRID
TECH SKILLS
SCOUTING
ANALYSIS
TRAINING
OFFICE
KNOWLEDGE OF SCOUTING APPS SUCH AS WYSCOUT/INSTAT.
USE OF TACTICAL ANALYSIS SOFTWARE, NACSPORT/KLIPDRAW.
VISUAL TRAININGS WITH USE TACTICAL IPAD AND OTHER APPS.
GREAT OFFICE KNOWLEDGE OF MAC OS & WINDOWS SYSTEM.
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCES
HE HAS PARTICIPATED WITH VARIOUS ORGANIZATIONS (LALIGA, RFEF, REAL VALLADOLID, REAL MADRID) IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF DIFFERENT INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS (GREECE, CHINA, JAPAN, NIGERIA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC, USA, EGYPT).
TEACHING EXPERIENCES
SINCE 2004 HE HAS BEEN PARTICIPATING IN SEVERAL TRAININGS FOR NEW COACHES AND ALSO BEING PART OF MANY FOOTBALL CONFERENCES WORLDWIDE.
LANGUAGES
METHODOLOGY
He wants the Team model to represent the Philosophy, History and Values of the Club, which is why he deeply studies and analyses the club’s situation in order to design a plan that will help achieve all of the OBJECTIVES.
- IDEA & GAME SYSTEM
- FOOTBALLERS
- MOMENT
- OBJECTIVES
- STRUCTURE
- HISTORY
- CULTURE
METHODOLOGY
He wants the Team model to represent the Philosophy, History and Values of the Club, which is why he deeply studies and analyses the club’s situation in order to design a plan that will help achieve all of the OBJECTIVES.
- IDEA & GAME SYSTEM
- FOOTBALLERS
- MOMENT
- OBJECTIVES
- STRUCTURE
- HISTORY
- CULTURE
TRAINING THE MIND, BODY AND COLLECTIVE ASPECTS OF THE GAME
GAME Preparation
Custom microcycles targeting opponents’ weaknesses, blending video analysis and simulated scenarios (counterattacks, pressing traps).
Cognitive Training
Drills integrating mental and physical agility: blindfolded passing, auditory-trigger reactions, and pressured decision-making.
Collaborative Leadership
Players lead tactical analysis, proposing solutions to match challenges. Builds strategic ownership and accountability.
Dynamic Systems
Unpredictable scenarios where players adapt roles in real time, boosting creativity and collective intuition.
Hyper-Personalized Recovery
Biometric- and GPS-driven plans: tailored nutrition, sleep optimization, and post-match routines for peak readiness.
Active Resilience
Workshops on visualization, error management, and stress control to transform setbacks into in-game opportunities.
GAME Preparation
Custom microcycles targeting opponents’ weaknesses, blending video analysis and simulated scenarios (counterattacks, pressing traps).
Cognitive Training
Drills integrating mental and physical agility: blindfolded passing, auditory-trigger reactions, and pressured decision-making.
Collaborative Leadership
Players lead tactical analysis, proposing solutions to match challenges. Builds strategic ownership and accountability.
Dynamic Systems
Unpredictable scenarios where players adapt roles in real time, boosting creativity and collective intuition.
Hyper-Personalized Recovery
Biometric- and GPS-driven plans: tailored nutrition, sleep optimization, and post-match routines for peak readiness.
Active Resilience
Workshops on visualization, error management, and stress control to transform setbacks into in-game opportunities.
Understanding the Game and Decision Making
TEACHING THE PLAYERS TO READ THE GAME AND MAKE QUICK, EFFECTIVE DECISIONS IN UNCLEAR SITUATIONS OF THE GAME..
Adaptive Playing Model
Every team is unique, which is why we design a personalized playing model that adapts to the players’ characteristics, the competition, and the team’s objectives.
Multidisciplinary Work
THE methodology integrates the work of different areas: technical, tactical, physical, and psychological.
Mental health and team management
Football is not just a physical game; it’s also a mental. We work on the emotional management of the players so they can handle pressure, maintain focus, and make effective decisions at key moments.
Understanding the Game and Decision Making
TEACHING THE PLAYERS TO READ THE GAME AND MAKE QUICK, EFFECTIVE DECISIONS IN UNCLEAR SITUATIONS OF THE GAME.
Adaptive Playing Model
Every team is unique, which is why we design a personalized playing model that adapts to the players’ characteristics, the competition, and the team’s objectives.
Multidisciplinary Work
THE methodology integrates the work of different areas: technical, tactical, physical, and psychological.