LONDON/AMMAN: Former England and Manchester United Bryan Captain Bryan Robson has confirmed his participation at the Soccerex Asian Forum due to take place on 13th & 14th May at Jordan’s leading conference venue, the King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Centre, situated on the banks of The Dead Sea.

With development being a central theme at the conference, Robson will be able to discuss a number of issues including coaching, youth development and his experiences of coming through the ranks at club and a national level.

Nicknamed ‘Captain Marvel’ for his heroic performances in an England shirt, Robson was capped 90 times for England, including three consecutive World Cups in 1982, 1986, 1990, scoring 26 goals. He enjoyed similar success at Manchester United where he made 461 appearances for the club, becoming the longest serving captain in the club’s history, scoring 99 goals in the process.

Commenting on the Forum Robson said: “I have witnessed the growth of football in Asia through numerous visits to the continent during my career and as a Manchester United and Soccerex ambassador. It will however be my first trip to Jordan and I’m excited to learn more about this historic country and the great work being done by HRH Prince Ali Bin Al-Hussein and the Asian Football Development Project.”

Soccerex CEO Duncan Revie said: “Bryan’s a football icon and has a wealth of experience within the football industry both on and off the pitch. Having coached within Asia as well as the UK his contribution at the conference will be extremely valuable and as one of England’s and Manchester United’s all time greats, his involvement represents the level of speakers’ the Forum will be attracting.”

For further details about the Soccerex Asian Forum please contact Soccerex on +44 208 987 5522.

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About Soccerex

Established in 1995, Soccerex is the leading provider of business events for the global football community. Bringing together key industry decision makers from the world of football, Soccerex provides a unique commercial environment where delegates can benefit from exclusive business opportunities, networking and bespoke educational content.

Since its launch 18 years ago, Soccerex has hosted over 33 events across five continents. The Soccerex portfolio includes an annual Global Convention complimented by regionalised Forums.

About the Asian Football Development Project (AFDP)

Non-profit youth commission founded and chaired by Prince Ali and headquartered in Amman, focuses its needs-based support on strengthening football development as well as promoting social development through football across Asia. For more information on the Asian Football Development Project please visit www.the-afdp.org