Football Magic: Spin, Curve, Score!

Take your students on a thrilling journey through the art and science of football free kicks! Inspired by a TED-Ed YouTube video, this lesson explores the legendary Roberto Carlos free kick, the physics behind the ball’s curve, and the skills required to bend it like a pro.

Students will:

• Develop reading and listening comprehension through engaging videos and interview texts.

• Learn and practice football-specific vocabulary (e.g., run-up, spin, curve, accuracy, Magnus effect).

• Discuss and justify their opinions in pairs and groups using lesson vocabulary.

• Explore scientific concepts behind ball movement and relate them to other sports.

• Practice critical thinking and argumentation through agree-or-disagree and discussion activities.

• Apply language skills to describe techniques, routines, and famous football moments.

Ideal for B1-B2 learners, this 90-minute lesson is interactive, fun, and perfect for combining sports, science, and English language learning. Bring the excitement of football into your classroom while helping students develop language, science literacy, and critical thinking!