Taiwo Awoniyi is among a group of current and former footballers pursuing education to prepare for careers beyond playing football.
Awoniyi, Everton midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and former Chelsea and Spain captain César Azpilicueta were among graduates of the PFA Business School programme held at Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium. Awoniyi already holds a degree in business management and another diploma, making the qualification his third academic achievement.
Awoniyi said his commitment to education began in childhood, encouraged by his father, while Azpilicueta, who earned an MBA from Harvard University during his playing career, said education helped him develop away from football. The programme is designed to allow professional players to study alongside their football commitments, with qualifications potentially opening opportunities in coaching, executive roles and sporting direction.
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