Think the Premier League started in the 1990s? Think again. English football’s story is one of big changes and power shifts, shown in league standings history.
Looking back at 60 years of historical league tables shows a key truth. … Read more
All posts by Ivy Harrington
What head-to-head stats include
Think of a team’s head-to-head record as a fossil record. It’s not just a win-loss column gathering dust in an archive. It’s a living, breathing document of a rivalry, with layers of context buried beneath the surface scorelines.
Anyone … Read more
Philosophy & Structure
Ever wonder why some football factories produce superstars while others fail? It’s not about better grass or fancy facilities. It’s about creating a whole system for excellence.
The Elite Player Performance Plan made a special system for young talent. Category … Read more
What is a Tactical System?
We’ve all yelled “4-4-2!” at our screens like modern-day Sun Tzus, only to watch players wander about like they missed the memo. So what exactly are we shouting about?
A tactical system is football’s philosophical backbone – the invisible architecture … Read more