Expected Goals: The story of how data conquered football and changed the game forever

Name: Expected Goals: The story of how data conquered football and changed the game forever
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Book Synopsis: Shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award 2022Football has always measured success by what you win, but only in the last twenty years have clubs started to think about how you win. Data has now suffused almost every aspect of how football is played, coached, scouted and consumed. But it’s not the algorithms or new metrics that have made this change, it’s the people behind them.This is the story of modern football’s great data revolution and the group of curious, entrepreneurial personalities who zealously believed in its potential to transform the game. Central to this cast is Chris Anderson, an academic with no experience in football, who saw data as an opportunity to fundamentally change a sport that did not think it could be changed. His aim: to infiltrate the strange, insular world of professional football by establishing a club whose entire DNA could be built around data.Expected Goals charts his remarkable journey into the heart of the modern game and reveals how clubs across the world, from Liverpool to Leipzig and Brentford to Bayern Munich, began to see how data could help them unearth new players, define radical tactics and plot their path to glory.

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Discover the incredible story that has captivated the football world with Expected Goals: The story of how data conquered football and changed the game forever. Shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award 2022, this book delves into the fascinating evolution of data in football and the impact it has had on the way clubs approach winning. Get ready to be amazed by the insights and revelations that have revolutionized the beautiful game!

Uncover the secrets behind modern football's data revolution with Expected Goals. From clubs rethinking strategies to uncovering hidden talent, data has become a game-changer. Follow the journey of Chris Anderson, the mastermind behind the integration of data in football, as he defies the norms and reshapes the way the sport is played, coached, scouted, and consumed. Dive into a world where innovations and analytics come together to create a winning formula!

Join the ranks of football enthusiasts and data aficionados by exploring Expected Goals. Witness the transformation of clubs like Liverpool, Leipzig, Brentford, and Bayern Munich as they harness the power of data to propel them towards success. Immerse yourself in the gripping narrative of how data has influenced decision-making, player recruitment, and tactical maneuvers, shaping the destiny of football clubs around the globe!

Ready to delve into the captivating world of football data analytics? Experience the extraordinary journey showcased in Expected Goals and uncover the far-reaching impact of data in modern football. Don't miss out on this compelling narrative that sheds light on the innovative minds and spirited efforts that have revolutionized the way we perceive and play the beautiful game.

Grab your copy today and witness the data revolution in football!

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