Duration: 4 months | Language: English | Mode: 100% Online
About the Certificate
The Certificate in Football Tactical Analyst is approached in light of the recent growth in the number of analysts and the size and importance of analytic departments within professional football clubs. In an increasingly competitive environment, the huge growth in economic resources has given analysts the opportunity to work more thoroughly and contribute to improving team performance.
Objectives
To examine the work of an analyst from a global perspective, and to provide the appropriate tools for working effectively.
Learn to:
✓Contribute to the correct implementation of a football club's analytics department and understand the latest technological tools used by analysts.
✓Use analysis to organize and improve team performance and knowledge.
✓Improve data collection on rival teams and apply this information during training.
✓Adopt a consistent method of analysis for use during competition.
✓Establish an analytics department within a specific football club using a holistic analysis process.
Barça Innovation Hub is FC Barcelona's global knowledge platform, dedicated to research, education, and innovation in sport. It collaborates with top professionals and institutions worldwide across areas such as performance, technology, and sports management.
Program Overview
Program Type: Certificate
Duration: 4 months (4 sequential 1-month courses)
Format: 100% online (self-paced with expert guidance)
Average dedication: ~1.5 hours/day
Languages: English or Spanish
Learning Experience
✓Fully online learning platform available 24/7
✓Step-by-step learning through readings, videos, and diagrams
✓Self-assessments and graded activities in every module
✓Continuous academic support from an Online Expert
✓Community space ("Coffee Break") to interact with peers
✓Final exam at the end of each course
✓Digital verified certificate upon completion
Academic Model
Each course is divided into 4 modules, progressing from theory to application. Assessments and final exams ensure real-world competency.
Certificates
Upon successful completion (minimum passing grade: 70%), participants receive a Verified Digital Certificate issued by Barça Innovation Hub – Universitas. Identity verification process applies.
Technical Requirements
Works on desktop or tablet (Windows, Mac, iOS, Android) with a stable internet connection and modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari).
Flexibility & Support
You can pause your learning and resume within 12 months of purchase
Academic support and technical help are available through the Service Center at any time
Enrollment Process
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Complete Registration
Enroll and complete your payment through Champions Global
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Registration Deadline
Enrollment for this November intake closes on November 5, 2025. Late registrations will be automatically enrolled in the December 2025 batch
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Platform Access
Barça Innovation Hub will send you platform guidelines and login information on November 10, 2025 to start learning
Important:
No refund policy applies after enrollment. Registration is final once payment is completed.
Course Structure
The Certificate is composed of four one-month courses, completed sequentially.
Month 1
Implantation and Technological Processes of Analysis
Analysis department • Metric analysis of data • Audiovisual processes • Tagging as a way to analyze matches
Individual analysis of the opponent • Collective analysis of the opponent • Impact of opponent analysis on training • Communicating opponent analysis to the player during the microcycle
Month 4
Match Analysis
Pre-match analysis • Analysis during a match • Post-match analysis • Final evaluation
All your learning experience will take place on an online platform with lectures, videos, activities, rubrics for evaluation, online expert guidance, forums, and self-assessments.
Learning Experience
🎥Lectures covering the main topics
📹Videos that deepen selected reading subjects
📋Activities to apply each module's content
📊Rubrics for evaluation in every module
👨🏫Online Expert for virtual follow-up and guidance throughout the modules
💬Forums for peer interaction and discussion
📈Self-Assessments to measure your learning progress
Study anytime, anywhere, at your own pace — 100% online.
Meet the Experts
Antolín Gonzalo Martín
UEFA-PRO Coach and tactical analyst. Expert Advisor who has worked as the Head Analyst for the Spanish National Team (RFEF) and for Real Madrid CF's first division team.
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Antonio Ángel Barea Villegas
Academic Director of the Certificate; UEFA-PRO Coach and Tactical Analyst; Head Analyst for the Spanish National Team (RFEF); professor in the CEDEIFA-RFAF training department.
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Anselmo Ruiz de Alarcón Quintero
Professor; External consultant in data analysis for Athletic Club first team; former Head of R&D at Real Betis youth team.
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Marco Tamarit de Toro
Professor; Football coach and analyst; analyst at Real Betis Balompié and part of Bernd Schuster's coaching staff at Dalian Yifang.
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Enric Soriano Domingo
Professor; Football coach and tactical analyst; worked with youth teams of Levante UD and Valencia CF; analyst at UD Ibiza.
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Prof. Matias Pera Lallana
Contributor; Coordinator and grassroots football coach.
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Alex Couto Lago
Contributor; National Football Coach and Senior Sporting Director; former coach at SD Compostela; analyst and TVG commentator.
All instructors are certified by Barça Innovation Hub – Universitas and bring real-world experience from top professional clubs.
In Partnership With
Who This Program Is For
Coaches, analysts, technical staff, or sports professionals who want to develop tactical analysis skills and apply data-driven methods to improve team performance.
→Coaches and assistant coaches
→Physical trainers and technical assistants
→Analysts and performance analysts
→Sports coordinators and technical directors
→Technical secretaries and sports staff
→Professionals seeking to work in analytics departments
Ideal for anyone who wants to understand football with a professional, analytical mindset and contribute to team performance improvement.
Key Benefits
✓World-class content, designed by experts and sports-industry professionals for immediate impact
✓24/7 access to materials from any device
✓Custom feedback for individual and team work
✓Networking opportunities with industry professionals worldwide
✓Certificate of participation for each course, issued by Barça Innovation Hub – Universitas
✓Upon completion and passing of all modules and final exam, verified certificate of completion for the full program
Student Success Stories
Testimonials
Discover how our course transformed careers
"This course completely changed the way I analyze football. I can now deliver professional match reports and tactical recommendations."
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Mohamed A.
Graduate 2024
"The expert feedback and interactive assignments made it feel like working inside a real club's analysis department."
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Lucía R.
Performance Analyst
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Limited-Time Offer
Register now for only €313 instead of €625
Offer valid until November 5, 2025 – Seats are limited!
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Yes, the training programs are accredited and certified by Barça Innovation Hub, the official educational arm of FC Barcelona. The certificates are part of executive education programs that help enhance your career opportunities. Each certificate contains a unique verification code.
The courses are offered 100% online through the official Barça Innovation Hub platform.
The platform includes recorded lectures, activities and exams submission area, and an interactive forum for discussions with instructors and fellow participants.
Yes, all lectures are recorded and available for learning at your convenience within the specified course duration.
Most courses are delivered in English. However, we currently have 5 courses available in both English and Arabic, with more Arabic courses planned for the future.
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Currently, installment payment is only available in Egypt through ValU and the National Bank of Egypt.
The next intake starts on November 5, 2025.
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Barça Innovation Hub educational programs are available worldwide.
Barça Innovation Hub educational programs are offered 100% online from our virtual learning platform, where you can find all the content of your program. This includes readings, recorded classes, self-assessments, forums, and various resources so you can study no matter where you are. The classes and all content are available 24 hours a day, so you can log in when it's most convenient for you. Throughout the course, you will have online support, monitoring, and accompaniment of an expert specialized in the program's subject.
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