A collection of data-driven football analyses, combining R and Python with strong opinions.
July 2024 — A data-driven hate piece. Using K-means clustering on 273 international penalties, I define what makes a "good" penalty and investigate whether Emi Martínez is truly elite at saving them—or just elite at making players choke.
Tools: R, Python, StatsBomb data, K-means clustering
March 2024 — A nervous Spurs fan's deep dive into Villa's top-4 credentials before a crucial head-to-head. Examines Watkins vs Haaland, Villa's overperforming attackers, and whether the underlying numbers favor Tottenham's late-season push.
Tools: R, FBref data via worldfootballR
January 2024 — A statistical farewell to Jurgen Klopp. Breaking down Liverpool's goal threat (Salah, Jota, Núñez), their creative engine (Trent), and how "Big Dom" Szoboszlai fit in perfectly—written by a Spurs fan who respects greatness.
Tools: R, FBref data via worldfootballR
All analyses use publicly available data from StatsBomb and FBref. Written with a mix of statistical rigor and unapologetic football opinions.
By Esteban Sanchez