PFSA Level 1
Opposition Analysis In Football
Created by a current Premier League Senior Opposition Analyst
The PFSA Level 1 Opposition Analysis course will break down the role of an opposition analyst and provide you with an in-depth look into the industry’s best practices. Developed by elite Premier League Opposition Scouts and Heads of Opposition Analysis, the Level 1 will delve into why obtaining up-to-date, clear and concise information about upcoming opponents is absolutely vital to team and club success. By introducing the key concepts and essential information you will need in your future professional scouting role, this course provides unmatched insights into the world of elite-level opposition scouting.
Following on from talent identification, the opposition analysis course is Industry-leading, global in reach and unique in its educational mission, this PFSA Level 1 Opposition Analysis in Football course will help you to begin to assess the matchday strengths, weaknesses, shapes, strategies and set pieces of opposing teams through the eyes of experienced and hard-working opposition scouts. Learn valuable and essential insider information about the real game from open and honest football professionals!
Modules Include:
- What Is Opposition Analysis
- Technology and Applications Used Within Analysis
- Analysis (Pre-Match Analysis, Mid-Match Analysis, Post-Match Analysis and Individual Analysis)
- Requirements Gathering
- Writing Your Report
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the PFSA Level 1 Opposition Analysis In Football course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the role of an opposition analyst and their setting in the wider context of football
- Explain the tools and technology available including Wyscout, Instat, Hudl, Coach Paint, SportsCode, Piero and much more to create comprehensive and engaging analysis
- Analyse set pieces and document them in a report
- Understand formations and their impact on gameplay and analysis
- Explain the process of individual analysis and the key points to look out for when analysing players
- Produce a complete opposition and independent analysis based on your new knowledge
The PFSA Level 1 Opposition Analysis In Football course is 100% online and self-paced, meaning you can complete this course in your own time and at your own pace. Expect to spend 4-6 hours completing the course, with additional time spent on assessments and research.
Self-paced including online presentations and interactive tasks, multiple choice, short answer and matching questions, review exercises and private study.
The assessment for this course will consist of satisfactory completion of the online learning tasks and exercises.
"The PFSA is a fantastic resource for anyone looking to broaden their knowledge in opposition and analysis and sharpen their football insight. Crammed with detail and knowledge from industry leading experts, this is a fantastic step into your footballing education"
Want to take things further?
The PFSA have launched the online LEVEL 2 Opposition Analysis In Football course. The Level 2 is available both self-paced and online powered through Zoom. Taking the Level 1 much further, the Level 2 is delivered by UEFA Pro Licence coaches and a current industry expert engaged full-time within a Championship club.
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