Do I need prior experience to enroll?

No prior experience is required. The program is designed to guide you from fundamentals to professional-level knowledge.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion?

Yes, upon successful completion you will receive an official certificate from the Barça Innovation Hub.

How long do I have access to the course materials?

You will have access to all course materials for 12 months from the date of enrollment.

In what language is the course delivered?

This program is available in English. All materials and assessments are provided in the selected language.

Professional Diploma in Football Scouting and Tactical Analysis

The field of football has undergone a significant transformation in recent years, driven by the rise of scouting and tactical analysis. The increasing competitiveness and professionalization of the sport have led clubs to seek advanced tools and methodologies to identify and evaluate talent, as well as to analyze and optimize the tactical performance of their teams. Scouting is a fundamental component in the development and success of any football team. The work of scouts involves observing and analyzing players and teams, gathering crucial information that influences strategic decisions such as signings, match preparation, and monitoring of loaned players. Scouts impact all levels of football, from youth divisions to elite clubs, facilitating player transitions and ensuring a competitive and balanced lineup. In parallel, tactical analysis has gained increasing importance in modern football. The ability to thoroughly analyze the phases of the game, set piece actions, and high pressure allows teams to develop more effective and adaptive strategies. Tactical analysts employ advanced technological tools to evaluate performance in both training and matches, providing valuable information for coaches and players. This professional diploma is inspired by the identity and methodology of FC Barcelona, recognized worldwide for its distinctive and successful approach to player development and tactical analysis. FC Barcelona’s philosophy, focused on possession play, comprehensive player development, and meticulous analysis of every aspect of the game, serves as a model for this course. Students will learn the best practices in scouting and tactical analysis following the principles that have led FC Barcelona to the top of world football. Under FC Barcelona’s approach, the integration of scouting and tactical analysis offers a significant competitive advantage, allowing clubs to make informed and data-based decisions. This program is designed to provide students with cross-disciplinary training in both fields, preparing future professionals to face the challenges of an ever-evolving football environment.

Category: Scouting & Talent ID
Level: beginner
Duration: 10 months
Price: 1150 EUR

Official courses from Barça Innovation Hub, FC Barcelona's educational arm, with experts who have worked inside the club. Earn an accredited certificate issued by the hub, available across the Middle East and North Africa through Champions Hub, its official partner for the fifth year.

What you will learn

Understand tactical elements in the initiation phase of the game.
Use technology to organize and transmit key information.
Analyze the importance of set piece actions in modern football.
Gain resources to develop set piece analysis.
Learn theory and practical approaches to analyzing high-pressure football.
Identify and train for high-pressure situations.
Apply a new observation methodology in youth football.
Learn from successful team practices like FC Barcelona.
Incorporate scouting fundamentals and process phases.
Plan a season and weekly work based on team context.
Evaluate players effectively.
Produce detailed player reports.

Course content

Module 1: Fundamentals of Scouting
- Introduction to Scouting
- The Scout's Role and Responsibilities
- Core Principles of Scouting
- The Evolution of Scouting: Present and Future Perspectives
Module 2: The Scouting Process
- Establishing Foundational Criteria and Player Profiles
- Evaluation, Monitoring, and Validation
- Proposal Development and Negotiation Strategies
- Player Adaptation
Module 3: Scouting Methodology
- General Planning
- Specific Planning
- Player Observation
- Player Evaluation and Data Acquisition
Module 4: Player Evaluation Techniques
- Player Developmental Stages: Classification and Taxonomy
- Performance Factor Analysis Across Developmental Stages
- Talent Identification: Process Phases and Analytical Methods
- Talent Detection
Module 5: Reporting
- Principles of Effective Reporting
- Report Structure and Key Characteristics
- Report Writing
- Information Management and Organization
Module 6: Analysis of the Start Phase of the Game
- Definition and Evolution of the Start Phase
- Study of the Structural Elements
- Study of the Dynamic Elements
- Statistical Analysis, Selection, and Presentation of Information
Module 7: Analysis of Set Piece Actions
- Importance of Set Piece Actions (SPA)
- Analysis of Defensive SPAs
- Analysis of Offensive SPAs
- Methodological Trends in Training SPAs
Module 8: High Pressure in Football
- Theoretical Framework of High Pressure in Defense
- Common Defensive Structures
- Training Methodology for High Pressure
- Data Interpretation for Analyzing High Pressure
Module 9: Methodology of Observation in Youth Football
- Introduction to Video Observation
- Observation in Training Sessions
- Observation in Competition Matches
- Individual Player Observation

Professional Diploma in Football Scouting and Tactical Analysis