Player and Big Data analysis tools in professional football: the silent revolution that the clubs is transforming
Professional football is living an unprecedented transformation. Currently, sports decisions are not made solely based on intuition or experience of the coaching staff. Thanks to the advancement of the technologies applied to sports, clubs have data analysis, video and performance tools that allow precision to evaluate the game, optimize performance and make smarter strategic decisions.
In this article we analyze the most used tools in professional clubs, their functionalities, the benefits they contribute and how you can train to master these resources and make the leap to the professional world of football.
What can clubs do with these tools?
With the correct use of technological platforms, the analysis departments can:
Perform global scouting from the office, without the need for displacements.
Study players and rivals in detail and objective.
Control physical performance and prevent injuries.
Create tactical, visual and statistical reports with high professional impact.
Make decisions on signings, training and tactics with quantifiable information.
Customize the individual work of each player.
These capabilities have turned the analysis and big data into strategic assets within any professional soccer structure.
Most used tools in professional clubs
Wyscout
Leading platform worldwide in scouting and analysis. It allows access to thousands of leagues, clips per action, advanced and comparative statistics of players.
More information: https://wyscout.com/
Instat
Similar to Wyscout, it offers reports automated by player and match, clips per event, physical metrics and collective analysis tools.
More information: https://instatsport.com/
HUDL / Sportscode
Ideal for teams that record their own games and training. Allows labeling plays, generate custom reports and share material with the coaching staff.
More information: https://www.hudl.com/
Longomatch / Navesport / Tacticalpad
Tools focused on visual and tactical analysis. They allow presentations, animations and tactical explanations for players and teams.
Longomatch: https://longomatch.org/
NACSPORT: https://www.nacsport.com/
Tacticalpad: https://www.tacticalpad.com/
Big Data and GPS: The next analysis level
GPS technology and sensors
Devices such as Catapult, Wimu or Statsports measure physical variables during training and competition: distance traveled, speed, loads, accelerations, etc.
Catapult: https://www.catapultsports.com/
Statsports: https://statsports.com/
Wimu: https://realtracksystems.com/
Data analysis with statistical software
Many clubs use Python, R, Power BI or Tableau to process, interpret and visualize performance data. These skills are increasingly demanded in technical bodies and performance departments.
Why are these tools profitable and efficient?
They minimize errors in signings and renovations.
They improve individual and collective performance.
They save resources on trips, observations and face -to -face scouting.
They anticipate injuries by managing loads and physical data.
They facilitate data -based decisions, not perceptions.
Specialized training: Prepare to work in a professional club
In Soccerlab we offer 100 % online training, with the support of Florida Global University, designed for coaches, analysts, physical and technical trainers who want to make the leap to the professional world.
Here are some outstanding programs:
Master in Scouting and Videoanalysis
Learn to master tools such as Wyscout, Instat and Longomatch, and generates professional tactical reports.
Link: https://www.futbollab.com/es/course/master-en-scouting-y-videoanalisis-del-deporta
Master in Technology, Big Data and Use of GPS in sport
Training in sports data analysis, GPS sensors, python, SQL and visualization tools.
Link: https://www.futbollab.com/es/course/master-en-tecnologia-big-data-y-uso-del-gps-en-deporte
Master in football direction
Includes modules on sports structure, talent collection and game analysis.
Link: https://www.futbollab.com/es/course/master-en-direccion-de-futbol
Internships in Professional Clubs (Barcelona)
Training stays for coaches, analysts and technicians in real professional environments.
Link: https://www.futbollab.com/es/pasantia/entrenador
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