Anton Ferdinand

Anton Ferdinand is a former professional footballer, media personality and director of the franchise he founded, Ferdinand Football Group Ltd (FFG). After enjoying a long and successful playing career, he now works as an ambassador and mentor, providing invaluable advice and insight to young players and supporting them in their careers as professional footballers.

Anton retired from the game in July 2019 and wanted to give something back to grassroots football. FFG is a franchise established in 2021 as an exciting and modern football training facility, carrying forward Ferdinand’s core values to provide an inclusive and positive environment for all its young players. They provide this educational platform to all players from 2 years old, developing skills through Ferdinand’s unique steps to success, which encourage children to think and train with creativity and a positive mindset.

During his keynote talk at The British & International Franchise Exhibition Anton told his story – ‘From Pitch to Profit: Kicking Goals in Business – The Premier League Star’s Journey into Franchising Success’.