Subject: Sports Training I Football

1 - Design training plans and sessions tailored to the characteristics of the players and the team.
2 - Implement training sessions in practice, applying teaching-learning situations appropriate to the different phases and principles of the game.
3 - Use observation as a diagnostic tool and for collecting data on individual and collective performance.
4 - Integrate technologies to support the monitoring and evaluation of training.
5 - Critically analyse the effectiveness of training sessions and identify areas for improvement.
6 - Organise and lead events, tournaments and awareness-raising activities for different target audiences.
7 - Conduct studies to characterise the team, collecting and interpreting data related to health, physical fitness, habits, academic performance and motivation.
8 - Communicate effectively with athletes, parents and sports agents, fostering cooperation and involvement in the training process.
9 - Plan and deliver training actions on relevant topics in coaching and youth football.

1 - Management of the Training Process in Football I
1.1. - Planning, Organisation of Training Sessions, and Control and Evaluation in Football
1.1.1. - Characterisation of the team?s and individual players needs.
1.1.2. - Development of training plans with teaching?learning situations incorporating the following contents: (i) Fundamental and specific motor skills; (ii) Phases of the game; (iii) Game factors; (iv) Principles of the game; (v) Offensive and defensive processes; (vi) Complex collective actions; (vii) Goalkeeper skills and techniques.
1.1.3. - Framing training according to the game format played at each level (e.g. Football 5, 7, 9).
1.2. - Implementation
1.2.1. - Practical execution of the planned sessions, with direct observation of the application of specific and fundamental principles.
1.3. - Control and Evaluation
1.3.1. - Use of observation as a technique for collecting data on team and individual performance.
1.3.2. - Integration of technology to support monitoring and evaluation.
1.3.3. - Critical reflection on the effectiveness of the methods used, based on the principles of the game.
1.4. - Observation of Football Training Sessions
1.4.1. - Observation and analysis of sessions focused on: (a) Behaviours ? fundamental and specific motor skills; (b) Phases/moments of the game ? concept and basic characteristics of the game: (i) Offensive organisation; (ii) Defensive organisation; (iii) Transitions; (c) Motor and tactical-technical capacities.
2 - Formative Activities with Institutional Intervention I
2.1. - Organisation of events or awareness-raising initiatives on the importance of football in children?s motor and creative development.
2.2. - Organisation of recreational tournaments based on small-sided games, with emphasis on socialisation and integration through sport.
3 - Institutional Integration Activities I
3.1. - Study of the sporting and educational characterisation of the team.
3.2. - Activities for Parents and/or Sports Agents.
4 - Research and Training Activity I
4.1. - Planning, implementation and delivery of a thematic Workshop.

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Classification Type: Quantitativa (0-20)

Evaluation Methodology:
The teaching methodologies of this curricular unit combine theoretical-practical, laboratory and internship moments, developing competences in the management of football training. The theoretical-practical component (16h) is based on lectures, case studies, problem solving and group debates, promoting the understanding of planning, control and evaluation of training, as well as the application of the principles of the game. The laboratory practices (16h) focus on microteaching, allowing training session simulations with immediate feedback, game analysis using technological tools and the use of monitoring software. These activities strengthen diagnostic skills and the critical capacity of the future coach. Tutorial guidance and the internship (128h) form the core of the process. They involve guided supervision, a reflective portfolio, structured observation and tutorial seminars. Students progress from the initial characterisation of the club and the team to the implementation and evaluation of sessions, organisation of events, integration activities and workshops. Assessment is continuous and covers several dimensions. The Internship Report evaluates institutional characterisation, training conditions and the critical analysis of activities, culminating in conclusions regarding the objectives set. The Training Dossier reflects the planning and methodological execution, including the application of knowledge related to the game model, offensive and defensive processes, training, competition and observation. Participation in training sessions, matches and technical tasks assigned by the tutor reinforces the practical dimension. The formative and integration activities complete the process, linking the student to the sporting and educational community. The final grade consists of 50% performance in the management of training and competition and 50% of the quality of the Internship Report and the Training Dossier. This model ensures that learning combines theory, practice and critical reflection, preparing the student to meet the demands of youth football and competitive contexts.