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Running a Football Club With Data and Analytics
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02:58 - 09:09 (06:11)

The story of how an English gambler used data and analytics to run a little-known football club in Western Denmark, and how it attracted media attention worldwide.

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After finishing fifth in the English Premier League, the management team of Newcastle rewarded their head coach and coaching staff with an eight-year contract, which ultimately led to their downfall and relegation from the league.
02:58 - 05:39 (02:41)
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Sports
Summary

After finishing fifth in the English Premier League, the management team of Newcastle rewarded their head coach and coaching staff with an eight-year contract, which ultimately led to their downfall and relegation from the league.

Chapter
Running a Football Club With Data and Analytics
Episode
How to outthink your competition -- with a lesson from sports | Rasmus Ankersen
Podcast
TED Talks Daily
The story of an English gambler, who used data and analytics to transform Brentford, the football club he supported since he was a teenager.
05:39 - 09:09 (03:30)
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Football Analytics
Summary

The story of an English gambler, who used data and analytics to transform Brentford, the football club he supported since he was a teenager. Over the past four years, the club witnessed an increase in its revenue and performance, grabbing the attention of media outlets worldwide.

Chapter
Running a Football Club With Data and Analytics
Episode
How to outthink your competition -- with a lesson from sports | Rasmus Ankersen
Podcast
TED Talks Daily