Scoutmania is proud to welcome Ben Brannigan as our new Iceland Lead Scout, continuing our international expansion.
Ben brings over 25 years of experience in global football, spanning academy leadership, professional scouting, recruitment, and player development. His background includes roles with Phoenix Rising FC, Cyan Football Group, Global Soccer Management, Rise Above Sports Group, and elite youth and high-school programs across the US and Europe.
He has served as an Academy Director, Head Coach, Scout, Recruiter, and Consultant, giving him a complete understanding of player pathways from grassroots to professional level. Ben currently works as VP at Next Play Nation Soccer, General Manager of North Texas Prowl FC, and runs My Recruiting Agency, supporting college players in the US and abroad.
At Scoutmania, Ben will focus on Icelandic youth and senior leagues, delivering in-depth scouting reports, international benchmarking, and high-level content for our growing platform.
We’re excited to welcome Ben to the Scoutmania community and look forward to his impact in one of Europe’s most unique football markets.
Welcome aboard, Ben!
(Cover image: Hásteinsvöllur, home stadium of ÍBV — nordicstadiums.com/hasteinsvollur/)
