Player welfare first
The safety, wellbeing and best interests of young players come before anything else.
About 2Touch
Building ethical pathways in football
A UK football management and development company focused on young talent, education, welfare and opportunity.
Our story
Who we are
2Touch Sports Management and Development Limited is a UK company, being incorporated in England and Wales, founded by Henry Apiaka and Raffaele Mariniello.
We are based in the United Kingdom, with operations planned in Abia State, Nigeria, where our flagship initiative, the Abia Football Pathway, is proposed to be delivered in partnership with government.
Our mission
To identify and develop young football talent and give players structured, ethical routes from grassroots to the professional game, with coaching, education and welfare at the core.
Our vision
A future where every talented young player, wherever they start, has a safe, clear and fair pathway to realise their potential on and off the pitch.
Our approach
Our values
Four commitments guide how we work with players, families and partners.
Education
Football development goes hand in hand with schooling and life skills.
Integrity
Transparent, ethical conduct and representation in line with FIFA rules.
Partnership
Working with government, schools, sponsors, clubs and development partners.
Leadership
Our founders
Henry Apiaka
Co-Founder
Raffaele Mariniello
Co-Founder
Let’s build the pathway together
Whether you represent government, a club or academy, a sponsor or a development partner, we would welcome a conversation.