For years, football has perpetuated a narrative that associates walking during a match with poor performance, laziness, or lack of commitment by players. In this recent study, using comprehensive data from the 2023/24 LALIGA EA SPORTS season, we explored whether there is a direct relationship...
From LaLiga's new Football Intelligence & Sports Analytics department, we have developed an analytical model that allows us to identify and enhance each team's strengths in a practical and data-driven manner. For the 2024/25 LaLiga EA Sports season, up to matchday 14, we have used...
In the fast-paced world of LALIGA EA Sports, every pass, shot, and cross counts. The 2023/24 season was a clear example of how even the smallest tactical nuances could determine success or failure. But what exactly differentiates the teams that secured Champions League spots from...
In the thrilling 2023/24 season of LALIGA EA Sports, teams fought fiercely for glory. Some triumphed, securing their spot in the Champions League, while others faced the bitter descent to relegation. But what metrics in the game, specifically in crosses into the box, differentiate the...
This study analyzes possession sequences in LaLiga over 15 seasons, focusing on trends in different sequence types based on the number of passes. We compare the performance of the Top 5 and Bottom 5 teams in each season, highlighting significant patterns that correlate with team...
This study examines the goal-scoring efficiency of substitute players in LaLiga EA Sports teams during the 2023/24 season. The goal-per-minute metric is used to assess the effectiveness of substitutes, comparing it with that of starting players. The implications of substitution timing, the number of changes...