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Subject: Physical Education
Semester: 1
Period: 1
Week: 4
School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: Physical Education
Grade Level: Grade 7
Date:
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 4, Period 1
Topic: Rules of Football
Sub-topic: Basic rules, fouls, offside, positions, duration of the game, and how matches are officiated
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- State at least three basic rules of football
- Explain the concept of fouls and offside in football
- Identify the positions of players and describe the role of referees in officiating a match
Previous Knowledge
Students already know:
• The definition, history, and importance of football
• Physical, social, and educational benefits of playing football
Instructional Materials
• Textbook: Physical education textbooks for Grade 7
• Teaching aids: Football, whistle, diagram of a football pitch with player positions, referee’s card (red/yellow)
• Students’ notebooks and writing materials
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Activity: The teacher will ask the class:
• “What do you think happens if a player breaks a rule during a match?”
• “Who controls a football match and makes decisions?”
The teacher will note down responses and connect them to today’s lesson.
Teacher’s Role: Encourage participation and link student answers to rules and officiating.
Learner’s Role:
• Share personal experiences of watching or playing football matches.
• Respond actively to questions.
B – BUILDING KNOWLEDGE (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
Teacher’s Role:
• Explain the basic rules of football:
- Each team has 11 players, including a goalkeeper.
- A match is played in two halves of 45 minutes each, totaling 90 minutes, with a 15-minute halftime break.
- The main aim is to score goals by getting the ball into the opponent’s net.
• Introduce fouls: - Examples: tripping, handball, pushing, violent conduct, obstruction.
• Explain the offside rule: - A player is offside if they are nearer to the opponent’s goal than both the ball and the second-last defender when receiving a pass, unless in their own half.
• Discuss player positions: - Goalkeeper, defenders, midfielders, strikers.
• Use a diagram of a football pitch to illustrate positions and areas of play.
• Explain how match officials manage the game: - Referee, assistant referees (linesmen), fourth official.
- Use of cards: yellow = caution, red = sending off.
- Signals for fouls, offside, throw-ins, and free kicks.
Learners’ Activities (Expanded):
• Listen attentively and take notes.
• Observe diagrams of a football pitch and positions.
• Ask and answer questions like: “What does a yellow card mean?”
• In small groups, discuss examples of fouls they have seen in local or televised matches.
• Selected students demonstrate player positions on a drawn pitch in the classroom or on the field.
• Engage in a mini-referee exercise, where learners practice signaling fouls or offside situations using hand signals.
Assessment Checks:
• Oral questions:
- “How many players are in a football team?”
- “What is offside?”
- “What does a yellow card mean?”
• Observe group participation in position demonstration and referee signaling activity.
Notes (Expanded & Detailed):
• The Laws of the Game are set by the International Football Association Board (IFAB).
• A football match has two 45-minute halves with a 15-minute halftime.
• Referees enforce the rules, assisted by assistant referees (linesmen) and, in modern times, VAR (Video Assistant Referee).
• Fouls include handball, violent conduct, tripping, obstruction, and pushing.
• Offside is designed to prevent players from waiting near the opponent’s goal unfairly.
• Cards:
- Yellow card = caution for misconduct.
- Red card = sending off for serious foul or misconduct.
• Understanding positions helps players know their responsibilities: - Goalkeeper: Protects the goal.
- Defenders: Prevent opponents from scoring.
- Midfielders: Link defense and attack, control the game.
- Strikers/Forwards: Main attackers, aim to score goals.
Practical Activities:
- Draw a football pitch and have learners place themselves in positions.
- Role-play fouls and referee signals in groups.
- Quiz learners on fouls, offside, and card meanings using scenarios from actual games.
Assignment:
- Write a short note on “The importance of knowing football rules.”
- List five common fouls and explain why they are penalized.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary:
• Teacher will ask students to recall: basic rules, fouls, offside, positions, and how matches are officiated.
Evaluation Method (Expanded):
• Exit slip/quiz: Students will answer in writing:
- How many minutes are in a football match?
- Mention two examples of fouls in football.
- What is the role of the referee in a match?
Teacher will collect, check quickly, and provide oral feedback.
Assignment (Expanded): Students will draw and label a football pitch in their notebooks, indicating positions of players.
Follow-up Activity: Students will watch a short football match (live, TV, or recorded) and list at least two rules they observed being applied.
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
• Struggling Learners: Supported with diagrams and step-by-step explanation of rules
• Advanced Learners: Asked to explain the offside rule in detail and relate it to tactical play
• Students with Disabilities: Allowed adapted participation using visual aids, simplified examples, or peer support
Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
• What worked well? ______________________________________________________
• What needs improvement? _________________________________________________
• Students’ engagement level: □ High □ Medium □ Low