Immerse yourself in the world of soccer medicine with the 4th Football | Soccer Medicine Advanced Course - a unique educational experience crafted to elevate your clinical practice and decision-making skills. Led by the distinguished faculty of Academia Clínicas Espregueira and Clínica Espregueira - FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, the course offers an exceptional opportunity to gain cutting-edge knowledge and hands-on insights into the latest advancements in injury and illness prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and return-to-play strategies.

Designed for clinicians who are passionate about delivering evidence-based care, the program addresses the critical gap between scientific research and practical application in soccer medicine. Through an immersive learning model, you will be equipped to better protect and support players' physical and mental well-being throughout their careers. Topics such as cardiovascular and musculoskeletal screening, critical workflows, and differential diagnosis will be covered in depth, ensuring a comprehensive and practice-oriented learning experience.

Join an international community of medical professionals, customize your learning journey with a flexible schedule, and take the next step in becoming a vital asset to the health and performance of soccer players. Elevate your expertise, enhance your impact - and be part of the future of soccer medicine.

Key Features of Our Online Course
💡 Live, online, interactive classes run on Tuesdays from 7 pm to 9 pm (UTC)
⏳ 24/7 access to class replays
💡 Online synchronous course - join real-time interactive sessions on Zoom, enabling seamless communication with classmates and the professor through video, audio, and Chat
👨‍⚕️ Our course is led by a world-class faculty, consisting of experts from over 10 different nationalities, with experience in top universities and prestigious football | soccer institutions and clubs from around the globe
💡 With the recent FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ and looking ahead to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ as our inspiration, the Football | Soccer Medicine Advanced Course aims to equip clinicians with a solid foundation to deliver top-tier care for athletes, ensuring optimal performance and effective injury management throughout their careers and beyond
💡 Diploma issued by a FIFA, ISAKOS, ESSKA and ICRS-accredited centre

This online course is targeted at medical doctors, physiotherapists, athletic trainers, strength and conditioning coaches, and other football | soccer medicine stakeholders.

Participation Cost:
704 € - pre-order until 30 May 2026
880 € - until 18 September 2026
980 € - until 18 October 2026
1,080 € - after 18 October 2026

We firmly believe that access to education should not be constrained by barriers of any kind. Reflecting this conviction, a 40% reduction in the registration fee is available to candidates residing in countries classified by the World Bank as low- and lower-middle-income. Because talent is universal - even when opportunity is not. Please note that proof of residence is required to confirm eligibility for this reduced fee.

Module Overview:
⏳ Module 0: Virtual Interface Training Session (17 November 2026)
⏳ Module 1: Official Opening, Pre-Participation Neuromusculoskeletal and Cardiovascular Evaluation (24 November 2026 | 1 December 2026)
⏳ Module 2: Anatomy and Imaging Literacy within the Context of Football | Soccer Players' Injuries - Precise Imaging, Tips and Pearls Revealed (8 December 2026 | 15 December 2026)
⏳ Module 3: Youth Football | Soccer - Development Opportunities and Health Challenges (5 January 2027 | 12 January 2027)
⏳ Module 4: Primary and Secondary ACL and Muscle Injuries Mitigation in Football | Soccer: Fostering a Culture of Longevity, while Minimizing the Risk of Career-Derailing Injuries (12 January 2027 | 26 January 2027 | 2 February 2027)
⏳ Module 5: Severe Hip Injuries: Diagnosis Workflow and Treatment Options Explained throughout Clinical Cases (16 February 2027)
⏳ Module 6: Severe Knee Injuries: Diagnosis Workflow and Treatment Options Explained throughout Clinical Cases (23 February 2027 | 2 March 2027 | 9 March 2027 | 16 March 2027 | 23 March 2027)
⏳ Module 7: Decoding the Diagnosis Workflow and Treatment Options for Severe Foot and Ankle Injuries (30 March 2027 | 6 April 2027)
⏳ Module 8: Lower Limb Muscle Injuries Treatment (13 April 2027 | 20 April 2027)
⏳ Module 9: Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedic Sports Medicine and/or Ultrasound-Guided Procedures to Manage Football | Soccer-Related Injuries (27 April 2027 | 4 May 2027)
⏳ Module 10: Is the Upper Limb Something that Feels Disconnected from your Clinical Practice? It may have Less Impact on Sports Performance, Specifically in Football | Soccer, but it Hurts the Same for the Athlete (18 May 2027)
⏳ Module 11: Emergency Medical First Aid On-Field (25 May 2027)
⏳ Module 12: Specificities of Female Athletes in Women's Football | Soccer (1 June 2027)
⏳ Module 13: Footballer | Soccer Player Safe and Legal Nutrition, Recovery and Microbiota-Gut-Brain Axis (8 June 2027 | 15 June 2027)
⏳ Module 14: Critical Points in a Football | Soccer Player's Journey (22 June 2027)
⏳ Module 15: Team Physicians Roundtable with Ask Away (29 June 2027)
⏳ Module 16: Post-World Cup 2026 Round Table: Lessons Learned and Future Directions. Following an unprecedented tournament spanning 3 countries, 16 cities, and 48 teams, the FIFA World Cup 2026 represents a landmark in the globalization of elite football. This roundtable aims to critically reflect on the medical, physiological, and operational challenges encountered, with a focus on extracting actionable insights to inform future international competitions (29 June 2027)