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17 Nov Do Black Players Really Run More? A Scientific Examination of a Long-Standing Football Myth

Posted at 14:02h in Research

Last Thursday, during a guest lecture I gave at Stanford University’s “Science of MythBusters” course, we explored how scientific reasoning helps test long-standing beliefs by confronting them with rigorous data rather than intuition.A newly published study provides a clear example of this approach applied to...

04 Ago «Championships Are Won in Enemy Territory»

Posted at 13:34h in Research

What separates a champion from the team that finishes second? After analyzing 8 full seasons of data from a top European league, the answer is clear: success is built away from home. This post reveals how shooting accuracy, defensive discipline, and away game efficiency consistently...

24 Jul «Knowing a flag is red is not enough. What matters is why it was raised—and how heavy it is.»

Posted at 13:15h in Research

A multifactorial injury risk model developed by LALIGA’s Football Intelligence & Performance Area. Based on 18 weighted, evidence-based variables—including load metrics, genetics, recovery and match exposure—it offers a contextual scoring system to classify players as high, moderate or low risk before every match. Designed for...

13 Jun How to Train with Science: 4 Real-World Cases Applied in LALIGA

Posted at 12:22h in Research

In elite football, data science must serve tactical intelligence—not replace it. In this article, we explore how LALIGA’s Football Intelligence Department applies advanced data models to prepare for matches like ElClásico. From exposing blind spots behind fullbacks to exploiting pressure-free zones between the lines, each...

24 Abr High-Intensity Acceleration and Initial Speed Profiles as Predictors of Team Success in Professional Football: What We Know and How to Use It

Posted at 12:33h in Research

Acceleration is not just about running fast—it's about how quickly a player can reach match-changing speeds. Our latest study in LaLiga shows that top teams not only accelerate more often but do so with superior efficiency depending on the playing position. This article explores how...

21 Feb The Key Role of Defensive Ground Duels in Winning Matches: A Data-Driven Approach for Professional Coaches

Posted at 12:47h in Research

Discover how defensive ground duels impact match results in LALIGA. This data-driven analysis reveals a statistically significant link between winning games and success in defensive duels. Learn how coaching staffs use these insights with Mediacoach Vision to optimize training, adjust tactics, and enhance team performance....

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