Dr. López del Campo, Author at Football Innovation Hub

13 Nov The Power of Space Passes in the Opponent’s Half: Key to Reducing Losses and Enhancing Success in LALIGA

Posted at 12:09h in Research

Success in professional football is about more than just scoring goals; controlling space, particularly in the opponent's half, can make the difference between victory and defeat. This research, based on data from the 2023/24 LALIGA EA Sports season, highlights how passes into open spaces in...

12 Nov Football Intelligence: Transforming Data into Game-Changing Insights

Posted at 13:31h in Research

Sometimes, taking a moment to look back is the best way to appreciate what we have achieved. At LALIGA, the creation of the Football Intelligence & Sports Performance area is not just a new name but a recognition of the journey we have made and...

11 Nov How Science Can Help LaLiga Coaches Prevent Injuries in Professional Football: A Science-Based Guide

Posted at 11:19h in Research

In high-intensity sports like football, injury prevention is not just a challenge but a critical necessity to maximize performance and protect players' health. Research published by LaLiga's Football Intelligence & Performance Department has provided valuable insights to guide coaches in planning and executing safer and...

07 Nov Optimizing Defensive Transitions: How Our New Analysis Model Can Improve Your Team’s Defensive Reactions

Posted at 12:18h in Research

In professional football, a team’s ability to retreat quickly and cohesively after losing possession in the opponent’s final third is crucial to minimizing risks and maintaining defensive control. At LALIGA’s Football Intelligence & Performance area, we are developing an advanced analysis model that can transform...

06 Nov More Actions Don’t Always Mean Better Results: What Professional Football Coaches Need to Know

Posted at 13:30h in Research

Football is a game of intensity, effort, and quick decisions. Many coaches believe that keeping their teams active throughout every moment of the match increases their chances of winning. However, an in-depth analysis of actions taken by football teams during matches reveals that this isn't...

05 Nov Optimize Your Defensive Line: How Measuring Each Defender’s Individual Depth Can Strengthen Team Cohesion

Posted at 13:36h in Research

https://videopress.com/v/gxnb8QUb?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true In this research developed by LaLiga’s Sports Research Department using the Mediacoach Desktop tool, we delve into a crucial innovation for defensive analysis in football: measuring each defender’s depth with a fixed reference, the edge of the penalty area. This approach allows coaches to monitor...

Author: Dr. López del Campo