Soccer Analytics : An Introduction Using R Paperback / softback
by Clive (Leeds Beckett University School of Sport, UK) Beggs
Part of the Chapman & Hall/CRC Data Science Series series
Paperback / softback
Description
Sports analytics is on the rise, with top soccer clubs, bookmakers, and broadcasters all employing statisticians and data scientists to gain an edge over their competitors. Many popular books have been written exploring the mathematics of soccer.
However, few supply details on how soccer data can be analysed in real-life.
The book addresses this issue via a practical route one approach designed to show readers how to successfully tackle a range of soccer related problems using the easy-to-learn computer language R.
Through a series of easy-to-follow examples, the book explains how R can be used to:Download and edit soccer dataProduce graphics and statisticsPredict match outcomes and final league positionsFormulate betting strategiesRank teamsConstruct passing networksAssess match playSoccer Analytics: An Introduction Using R is a comprehensive introduction to soccer analytics aimed at all those interested in analysing soccer data, be they fans, gamblers, coaches, sports scientists, or data scientists and statisticians wishing to pursue a career in professional soccer.
It aims to equip the reader with the knowledge and skills required to confidently analyse soccer data using R, all in a few easy lessons.
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Less than 10 available - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:380 pages, 21 Tables, black and white; 63 Line drawings, black and white; 63 Illustrations, black an
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:30/03/2024
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- ISBN:9781032357584
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Less than 10 available - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:380 pages, 21 Tables, black and white; 63 Line drawings, black and white; 63 Illustrations, black an
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:30/03/2024
- Category:
- ISBN:9781032357584
