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Data and performance careers in football

Football Data Analyst and Analytics Jobs

Browse data, analysis, performance, scouting, and operations opportunities across association football and American football. Because “football” means different sports by market, every listing should be checked for the competition and discipline it supports.

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Roles You May Find

Performance Analysis

Analysts combine video, event, and tracking data to support match preparation, player development, and coaching.

Recruitment and Scouting

Data scouting teams evaluate players, leagues, fit, and value alongside traditional observation.

Football Operations

Operations analysts support roster processes, planning, scheduling, compliance, and front-office decisions.

Data Providers and Media

Vendors build football datasets, models, products, broadcasts, and editorial analysis for external customers.

Useful Skills and Experience

  • SQL, Python, R, or football analysis platforms

  • Video, event, tracking, or physical-performance data

  • Tactical understanding and concise presentation

  • A portfolio built around a clearly framed football question

How to Search More Effectively

Use both “football” and “soccer” when searching internationally. Also try performance analyst, recruitment analyst, opposition analyst, scouting analyst, quantitative analyst, and football operations titles.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a football data analyst do?

Football analysts use video and data to support coaching, recruitment, player development, operations, media, or commercial decisions.

Which tools are useful for football analytics jobs?

SQL, Python or R, visualization tools, spreadsheets, and domain-specific video or event-data platforms are common. Requirements vary substantially by role.

Can a personal football analytics project help?

Yes. A focused project that explains its question, data limitations, method, and practical conclusion is strong evidence of both technical and communication skills.

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