Football Game: Meaning and Brief History of Football in Nigeria, Facilities and Equipment Used in Football, Advantages and Safety Measures of Playing Football Primary 5 (Basic 5) First Term Week 10 Physical and Health Education

FOOTBALL GAME: MEANING AND BRIEF FOOTBALL OF BASKETBALL IN NIGERIA, FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT USED IN FOOTBALL, ADVANTAGES AND SAFETY MEASURES OF PLAYING FOOTBALL

PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION (PHE)

PRIMARY 5 – FIRST TERM – WEEK 10 

THEME – GAMES AND SPORTS (FOOTBALL GAME) 

PREVIOUS LESSON – Basketball Game: Meaning and Brief History of Basketball in Nigeria, Facilities and Equipment Used in Basketball, Advantages and Safety Measures of Playing Basketball Primary 5 (Basic 5) First Term Week 9 Physical and Health Education

TOPIC – FOOTBALL GAME 

LEARNING AREA

1. Introduction

2. Meaning and Brief History of Football in Nigeria

3. Facilities and Equipment Used in Football

4. Advantages and Safety Measures of Playing Football

5. Weekly Assessment: Test Questions and Answers/Assignment

6. Summary

LEARNING OBJECTIVES 

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Explain the meaning of football.

2. Give a brief history of football in Nigeria.

3. Identify the facilities and equipment used in football.

4. State the advantages of playing football.

5. Mention the safety measures to observe while playing football.

ENTRY BEHAVIOUR

Pupils have previously learned about basketball, volleyball, and athletics, which helped them develop teamwork, coordination, speed, balance, discipline, and physical fitness.

This lesson builds on that knowledge by introducing football, another team sport that requires passing, dribbling, shooting, teamwork, endurance, coordination, and good sportsmanship for successful participation.

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

The teacher will teach the lesson with the aid of:

1. Football

2. Football goal post

3. Pictures of football players

4. Football field diagram

5. Whistle

6. Jerseys

7. Whiteboard and marker

METHOD OF TEACHING

Choose a suitable and appropriate methods for the lessons.

Note – Irrespective of choosing methods of teaching, always introduce an activities that will arouse pupil’s interest or lead them to the lessons. 

REFERENCE MATERIALS

1. Scheme of Work

2. 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum

3. Course Book

4. All Relevant Material

5. Online Information

CONTENT OF THE LESSON

INTRODUCTION

Football is one of the most popular games in Nigeria and around the world. It is played by children and adults for recreation and competition. The game requires teamwork, skill, discipline, and regular practice.

In this lesson, pupils will learn the meaning of football, the brief history of football in Nigeria, the facilities and equipment used, the advantages of playing football, and the safety measures to observe while playing the game. 

LESSON 1 – MEANING OF FOOTBALL

Football is a team game played by two teams of eleven players each on a rectangular field. The aim of the game is to score goals by kicking the ball into the opponent’s goal while preventing the opposing team from scoring.

BRIEF HISTORY OF FOOTBALL IN NIGERIA

Football was introduced into Nigeria in the early 1900s by British colonial administrators, missionaries, traders, and sailors. The game quickly became popular in schools, communities, and workplaces across the country.

To organise and develop football, the Nigeria Football Federation (formerly the Nigeria Football Association) was established in 1945. Since then, the federation has organised national competitions, developed football talents, and represented Nigeria in international competitions.

Today, football is the most popular sport in Nigeria and is played in schools, communities, clubs, and national competitions.

LESSON 2 – FACILITIES USED IN FOOTBALL

Facilities are the places or structures where football is played.

1. Football Field (Pitch) – A football field (pitch) is the large rectangular playing area where football matches are played.

2. Goal Posts – Goal posts are the two upright posts joined by a crossbar at each end of the football field. Players score goals by kicking the ball into the goal.

3. Spectator Stands – Spectator stands are seating areas where supporters, parents, and other spectators sit to watch football matches.

4. Players’ Benches – Players’ benches are seats provided beside the football field where substitute players, coaches, and team officials sit during the match.

5. Scoreboard – A scoreboard is a board or electronic display used to show the score, match time, and other important information during a football game.

6. Changing Rooms – Changing rooms are special rooms where players change into their football kits before the match and change back into their regular clothes after the match.

7. Floodlights (for Night Matches) – Floodlights are powerful electric lights installed around the football field to provide adequate lighting for matches played in the evening or at night.

EQUIPMENT USED IN FOOTBALL

Equipment are the items needed to play football.

1. Football – A football is a round ball specially designed for playing the game of football.

2. Football Boots – Football boots are specially designed shoes with studs underneath to provide good grip and balance on the football field.

3. Shin Guards – Shin guards are protective pads worn inside the socks to protect the lower legs from injuries during play.

4. Sports Jersey – A sports jersey is the shirt worn by football players to identify their team during a match.

5. Shorts – Shorts are comfortable sports trousers worn by football players to allow free movement while playing.

6. Socks – Socks are long sports stockings worn to cover the legs and hold the shin guards firmly in place.

7. Whistle – A whistle is a small instrument used by the referee to start, stop, and control the football match.

8. Score Sheet – A score sheet is a document used to record the goals scored, player information, cautions, substitutions, and other important details of the match.

9. Referee’s Flag – A referee’s flag is a coloured flag used by the assistant referee (linesman) to signal offside, throw-ins, corner kicks, goal kicks, and other decisions during a football match.

LESSON 3 – ADVANTAGES OF PLAYING FOOTBALL

1. It improves physical fitness.

2. It develops teamwork and cooperation.

3. It increases speed, strength, and endurance.

4. It improves coordination and balance.

5. It builds self-confidence.

6. It promotes discipline and sportsmanship.

7. It encourages friendship and social interaction.

8. It supports healthy living.

SAFETY MEASURES WHILE PLAYING FOOTBALL

1. Warm up before playing.

2. Wear football boots and shin guards.

3. Use standard football equipment.

4. Keep the football field clean and safe.

5. Follow the rules of the game.

6. Avoid rough tackles and dangerous play.

7. Drink enough water during breaks.

8. Report any injury immediately to the teacher or coach.

WEEKLY ASSESSMENT: TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS/ASSIGNMENT 

A. Multiple Choice Questions

1. Football is played by ________.

A. two teams of five players each

B. two teams of six players each

C. two teams of eleven players each

D. one team of eleven players

2. Football was introduced into Nigeria in the ________.

A. early 1900s

B. 1950s

C. 1970s

D. 1990s

3. The Nigeria Football Federation (formerly Nigeria Football Association) was established in ________.

A. 1930

B. 1945

C. 1960

D. 1972

4. Which of the following is used to score in football?

A. Basketball hoop

B. Volleyball net

C. Bat

D. Goal post

5. Which official uses a whistle during a football match?

A. Coach

B. Captain

C. Referee

D. Spectator

B. Fill in the Blanks

6. Football is played on a football __________.

7. A player wears __________ to protect the lower legs.

8. The __________ records the scores and other details of the match.

9. Football players wear __________ on their feet during the game.

10. Football helps to develop __________ and cooperation.

C. True or False

11. Football is a team game. ______

12. Goal posts are used to score goals. ______

13. Shin guards protect the player’s legs from injury. ______

14. Spectator stands are meant for substitute players. ______

15. Warming up before playing football helps prevent injuries. ______

D. Match Column A with Column B

Column A – Column B

16. Football field – A. Playing area

17. Goal post – B. Used by the referee

18. Shin guards – C. Used for scoring goals

19. Whistle – D. Records scores and match details

20. Score sheet – E. Protect the legs

ANSWER KEYS

1. C – Two teams of eleven players each

2. A – Early 1900s

3. B – 1945

4. D – Goal post

5. C – Referee

6. Field (Pitch)

7. Shin guards

8. Score sheet

9. Football boots

10. Teamwork

11. True

12. True

13. True

14. False

15. True

16. A – Playing area

17. C – Used for scoring goals

18. E – Protect the legs

19. B – Used by the referee

20. D – Records scores and match details

SUMMARY

In this lesson, pupils learned that football is a team game played by two teams of eleven players each on a football field (pitch). The aim of the game is to score goals by kicking the ball into the opponent’s goal while preventing the opposing team from scoring.

They also learned that football was introduced into Nigeria in the early 1900s by British colonial administrators, missionaries, traders, and sailors. The Nigeria Football Federation (formerly the Nigeria Football Association) was established in 1945 to organise and develop football in the country.

Pupils identified the facilities used in football, including the football field (pitch), goal posts, spectator stands, players’ benches, scoreboard, changing rooms, and floodlights.

They also identified the equipment used in football, such as the football, goal posts, football boots, shin guards, sports jersey, shorts, socks, whistle, score sheet, and referee’s flag.

Finally, pupils learned the advantages of playing football, such as improving physical fitness, teamwork, coordination, speed, endurance, discipline, and self-confidence. They also learned the safety measures to observe while playing football, including warming up before playing, wearing football boots and shin guards, using standard equipment, following the rules of the game, avoiding rough tackles, drinking enough water, and reporting injuries immediately.

PRESENTATION

To deliver the lesson, the teacher adopts the following steps:

Step 1: Introduction – The teacher displays a football, pictures of a football field, or a short video of a football match and asks pupils if they have watched or played football before.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils observe the materials and share their experiences about football.

Step 2: Meaning of Football – The teacher explains the meaning of football, the number of players on each team, and the objective of the game.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils explain the meaning of football in their own words.

Step 3: Brief History of Football in Nigeria – The teacher explains that football was introduced into Nigeria in the early 1900s by British colonial administrators, missionaries, traders, and sailors. The teacher also explains that the Nigeria Football Federation (formerly Nigeria Football Association) was established in 1945 to organise and develop football in Nigeria.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils state when football was introduced into Nigeria and the year the Nigeria Football Federation was established.

Step 4: Facilities and Equipment Used in Football – The teacher displays or points to the facilities and equipment used in football and explains the function of each one.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils identify the facilities and equipment and explain their uses.

Step 5: Advantages and Safety Measures – The teacher discusses the benefits of playing football and explains the safety rules that should be observed before, during, and after the game.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils mention the advantages of football and list the safety measures to observe while playing.

Step 6: Group Activity – The teacher divides the class into four groups and assigns the following tasks:

• Group 1: List the facilities used in football.

• Group 2: List the equipment used in football.

• Group 3: State the advantages of playing football.

• Group 4: Mention the safety measures to observe while playing football.

Each group presents its work to the class.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils discuss in groups, write their answers, and present them to the class.

Step 7: Lesson Summary – The teacher reviews the meaning, brief history of football in Nigeria, facilities, equipment, advantages, and safety measures of playing football.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils answer oral questions and summarize the lesson.

Step 8: Evaluation – The teacher asks oral and written questions and observes pupils identifying football facilities and equipment and demonstrating simple football skills such as passing, dribbling, or kicking the ball safely.

Pupils’ Activities: Pupils answer the evaluation questions and participate actively in the practical demonstration.

CONCLUSION

To conclude the lesson for the week, the teacher revises the entire lesson and links it to the following week’s lesson.

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LESSON EVALUATION 

Teacher asks pupils,

1. What is football?

2. State the period football was introduced into Nigeria.

3. In what year was the Nigeria Football Federation (formerly Nigeria Football Association) established?

4. Mention five facilities used in football.

5. Mention five equipment used in football.

6. State five advantages of playing football.

7. Mention five safety measures to observe while playing football.

8. Explain the functions of the following:

(a) Goal post

(b) Shin guards

(c) Score sheet

9. How many players make up a football team on the field?

10. Demonstrate the correct way of passing, dribbling, or kicking a football while observing the safety rules.