The PFSA - Football Scouting Experts

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A membership connected to your learning platform that creates a shareable PFSA profile, automatically updated in real time with all of your completed courses. members.thepfsa.co.uk #pfsa membership #cpd

Rochdale AFC is seeking an experienced Academy Recruitment and Talent Identification Manager to lead their youth scouting strategy and shape the next generation of first-team talent. Following the acquisition of the club by the Ogden Family, this is an exciting opportunity to drive growth within their Academy pathway. What the role entails: ✅ Leading the club's youth recruitment strategy in alignment with EFL Youth Development Rules. ✅ Managing and supporting their scouting network across all Academy age groups. ✅ Building strong relationships with local grassroots clubs and schools. ✅ Coordinating player trials, assessments, and maintaining comprehensive scouting databases. ✅ Collaborating with coaching staff to align talent identification with their playing philosophy. If you are a passionate professional dedicated to identifying and developing high-potential young players, they want to hear from you. #talentid #footballscouts #pfsa #rochdalefc #efl thepfsa.co.uk/job-postings/h…

Middlesbrough Football Club is seeking a talented and driven First Team Opposition Analyst to join their performance analysis department at Rockliffe Park. Reporting directly to the Head of Performance Analysis, you will play a critical role in our pre-match planning and directly shape first-team matchday strategy. Here is a snapshot of what you will be doing: ✅Opposition Analysis: Lead the tactical scouting of upcoming opponents and deliver clear, actionable presentations to the coaching staff. ✅Visual Tactical Delivery: Produce high-quality video analysis and telestrations to support game-plan development. ✅Player & Goalkeeper Prep: Create customized clips detailing individual opponent tendencies, weaknesses, and set-piece threats. ✅Live Matchday Coding: Attend home and away fixtures to code events in real-time, providing immediate tactical feedback using Hudl Sportscode. ✅Database Management: Track and analyze opponent playing philosophies, patterns, and long-term trends. If you have proven experience in professional football analysis, a strong understanding of Championship/EFL football, and expertise in Hudl Sportscode, they want to hear from you! ➡️thepfsa.co.uk/job-postings/f… #UTB #MiddlesbroughFC #FootballJobs #SportsAnalysis #PerformanceAnalysis #EFL

The PFSA Scouting Platform has everything you need to track and develop talent. Including: ✅Comprehensive Reports – Create detailed scouting reports with 40+ player attributes for both outfield players and goalkeepers. ✅Player Profiles – Build a database of players with complete profiles and track their development over time. ✅Player Comparison – Compare multiple players side-by-side with interactive radar charts and trend analysis. ✅Squad Builder – Create tactical formations with your scouted players and auto-generate your Star XI from top-rated talent. ✅AI Player Insights – Generate intelligent summaries and development recommendations for each player, powered by advanced AI. ➡️scout.thepfsa.co.uk #ai #footballscouts #pfsa #analysis

The next instalment of the PFSA's webinar series is available on Wednesday as we continue with opposition analysis. Decoding the Game: Identifying Strengths, Weaknesses and Tactical Patterns. All webinars come free with a PFSA Membership. ➡️members.thepfsa.co.uk #webinar #pfsa #oppositionanalysis #pfsa

Congratulations to England after delivering a stunning performance to defeat hosts Mexico, securing their place in the quarter finals in what was a truly exhilarating match! #EngMex #England #Mexico #WC26

Tomorrow we're back with the FULLY BOOKED tutor-led PFSA Level 3 Advanced Reporting Course. Perfect timing with the World Cup in full swing — the ideal opportunity to put all your theory into action! Looking to take your report writing to the next level? Sign up below. Be sure to book early to avoid missing out! #cpd #pfsa thepfsa.co.uk/level-3-online/

We're back next month with the tutor-led PFSA Level 2 Opposition Analysis in Football course! This format is perfect for those who want to learn live alongside industry experts, while also having the opportunity to network and connect with like-minded professionals from around the globe! #cpd #oppositionanalysis #pfsa thepfsa.co.uk/pfsa-level-2-o…

Why Liverpool’s move for Victor Munoz makes perfect sense #liverpool #victormunoz #anfield thepfsa.co.uk/why-liverpools…

Newcastle are looking for a First Team & Global Talent Scout to cover Argentina and Uruguay. As a scout, you will: ✅Identify and assess high-potential players in Argentina and Uruguay. ✅Produce high-quality scouting reports. ✅Collaborate with recruitment leadership on player recommendations. ✅Attend matches and tournaments to ensure thorough player coverage. ✅Maintain accurate scouting data and records. Ready to turn potential into performance and discover the next generation of stars in the region ? Apply below. thepfsa.co.uk/job-postings/f… #nufc #premierleague

England’s right-back crisis hands Desabre the exact flank he wants to attack. So, what are the three lions really up against? #england #threelions #wc26 #wissa #drcongo #ENGvDRC thepfsa.co.uk/england-vs-dr-…

Portsmouth Football Club is looking for a First Team Performance Analyst to join their Analysis department. This role will be responsible for: ✅ Delivering high-quality video and data analysis to support performance. ✅ Leading pre-match opponent analysis and producing detailed reports. ✅ Supporting the post-match review process to identify key trends. ✅ Providing real-time analysis during all home and away fixtures. For more information and to apply, visit the link below. thepfsa.co.uk/job-postings/f… #PortsmouthFC #FootballJobs #PerformanceAnalysis

We are back this weekend for the PFSA Level 2 Opposition Analysis In Football course. Delivered by ex Academy Director for AFC Bournemouth, Burnley and Dalian Yifang (Chinese Super League) and UEFA Pro License coach Jason Blake. Learn to: ✅ Understand the complexity the role of an opposition analyst demands – within a department at a range of levels including advanced, intermediate and beginner. ✅ Gain a solid understanding of the tools and technology utilised within analysis, meeting the adaptions within the game ✅ Establish deeper understanding in applying and presenting reports in line with best practice methodology at a range of levels ✅ Understand formations and their impact on gameplay and analysis ✅ Ability to sufficiently analyse game performance and present with confidence to your peers. ✅ Demonstrate understanding around systems of play, principles of play, units and outcomes, aligned to club expectations. ✅ Conduct advanced game analysis to consolidate learning objectives to achieve professional competences ✅ Critically appraise different formations used within tactics, giving you the ability to adapt your analysis to certain styles of play Places are limited. ➡️ thepfsa.co.uk/pfsa-level-2-o… #afcb #burnleyfc #oppositionanalysis #pfsa

Performance metrics have redefined the World Cup viewing experience #wc26 #xG #PFSA #performancemetrics #worldcup thepfsa.co.uk/performance-me…

Hydration breaks have evolved from a player welfare measure into a strategic tool, reshaping the flow and tactics of this years World Cup! thepfsa.co.uk/how-managers-t… #hydrationbreak #wc26 #fifa

PFSA Ai is now available across our membership platform at no extra cost! ➡️ members.thepfsa.co.uk #pfsa #ai #footballscouts

Player Welfare or Commercial Opportunity? FIFA’s decision to mandate a blanket, 3-minute hydration break at the 22nd and 67th minutes of every single World Cup match—regardless of the weather, temperature, or stadium roof status—has sparked immense debate across the industry. While FIFA points firmly to player safety and keeping uniform conditions across all 104 matches, critics are pointing to the immediate commercialisation of these fixed windows, with broadcasters quickly filling the time with ad inventory. From a technical, performance, and tactical perspective: ➡️ Does this split the game into artificial quarters and disrupt tactical momentum giving way to commercial opportunities? ➡️ Or is a predictable, structured rest window a necessary step forward for modern player welfare? Share your thoughts in the comments. #wc26 #hydrationbreak #worldcup

Looking for paid scouting opportunities? We’ve got showcase trials coming up in Manchester on Thursday, July 23rd, and London on Monday, August 3rd. If you’re representing a club and want to join us, grab the details through the link below. #manchester #london #pfsa thepfsa.co.uk/football-trial…