Blink Publishing Football Hackers: The Science and Art of a Data Revolution

I've just recently developed an interest in football analytics, since I already have a similiar quantitative background but in another area. In the search for a beginner level literature I was primarily interested to find mathematical, statistical and coding practices that are used to quantify the behavioural and technical components of football. This book is not very technical and fairly easy to read and understand for everybody. Although I haven't found the technical details I was searching for, the book added an additional thrill in the view of the whole game and I can say that now I'm watching games differently. Therefore I would say that it's a great intro to football analytics, no matter the reader's level of technical expertise.

I enjoyed this. It's the book others in the genre should have been. Clearly there's still a way to go in this field but this was a fascinating and we'll written state of play summary. There were times when I wanted to wave pages or passages in front of some of the more "traditional" fans who believe that there's no room for analysis in football. Quick read as well.

I’ve read a fair few general statistics books and occasionally mess around with various statistical models for football betting. In the past I’d never taken the plunge and bought a football related statistics book thinking the analysis would be basic and not very insightful. This book completely changed my view.The examples of how the data is used within football clubs and by individuals show how the analysis shown in the book is fresh and relevant.The analysis isn’t difficult and is explained in an easy to follow manner so shouldn’t put off those who don’t enjoy numbers.A good book for anyone interested in stats and/or football.

It's more the history of analytics rather than offering any insight.

Partner loves it, he doesn't read much but this book definitely catches his attention