Description
Football is often explained through familiar formations, star players, and memorable moments—but the most revealing truths may be hidden in the data. Drawing on statistical analysis, economics, and behavioral science, this incisive study challenges conventional wisdom about what wins matches, examining everything from goal prevention and set pieces to transfers, tactics, player development, and managerial influence. With a myth-busting approach reminiscent of *Moneyball*, it shows how evidence can reshape the way the sport is understood without diminishing its drama or emotional power. The result is a fresh, analytical guide to the hidden patterns that make football both more measurable and more fascinating.
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paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2013
342 pages
ISBN: 9780241963630
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First Published
2013
Language
eng
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