Hi everyone

My name is Paolo, and I’m a Strength & Conditioning Coach based in Sydney. I’ve been fortunate to work with some amazing young athletes, particularly through Fraser Park FC, Juventus Academy Sydney, and other grassroots sports communities ⚽️

Unfortunately, I’m currently facing a visa issue that could force me to leave Australia—my second home and the place where I’ve built deep connections and found my purpose

To appeal this decision, I urgently need to raise $6,000 to cover legal and administrative costs involved in the appeal process. Time is short, and I can’t do this without your support ⏳

Why This Matters:

I came to Australia because I believed in building a better future through sport—and I still do ‍♂️⚽️

Coaching here has been more than a job—it’s been my passion, my purpose, and my way of giving back. I've worked with young players across Sydney and Wollongong to improve their fitness, mindset, and confidence—on and off the field

I’m NOT ready to walk away I want to stay, contribute, and continue to grow in the country I now proudly call home ❤️

How You Can Help:

Any donation, big or small, will make a real difference. Even $10 helps me get one step closer to staying.

If you can’t donate, please share this message with your friends, family, or football community

From the bottom of my heart—thank you for reading, for caring, and for standing with me during this time I’ll never forget it ❤️

With gratitude,

Paolo