LALIGA research Tag

16 Oct

Posted at 12:04h in Research

For the first time, a physical metric mirrors the league table itself. The Assumption We All Shared Every coach, analyst and physical trainer has repeated it countless times: “Physical data don’t explain who wins football matches.” And for years, the evidence backed that up.Running more metres — total, above...

19 Sep

Posted at 13:18h in Research

https://youtu.be/UgSZkSygB0k A live problem on the touchline The opponent circulates from left to right and your back four shuffle… almost. One wide midfielder lags half a step, the full-back tucks too early, and a passing lane opens across your box. Nothing “catastrophic” on the GPS sheet—but the...

12 Sep

Posted at 13:49h in Research

https://youtu.be/BgA8MOrG5x0 A coach’s dilemma Every week, coaches and analysts ask themselves the same question: How does my team really build its attacks? We often measure possession in percentages or completed passes, but these numbers don’t explain how a team progresses. Did they circulate endlessly in their own half?...

09 Sep

Posted at 13:28h in Research

A real touchline moment Minute 72. You’re 0–1 down away from home. GPS shows your full-backs surging; your 9’s sprints are dipping. The analyst whispers “fatigue.” The assistant says “we’re chasing.” Who’s right? Two peer‑reviewed studies from the Football Intelligence & Performance Department at LALIGA suggest a...

06 Ago

Posted at 13:14h in Research

Does your team consistently impose its playing style? This post explores how to measure tactical identity through passing networks and data science, based on innovative research by LALIGA’s Football Intelligence & Performance Department. Learn which teams are most consistent, how to assess your own style, and...