{"product_id":"soccer-analytics-an-introduction-using-r","title":"Soccer Analytics","description":"\u003cp\u003eSports 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany 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:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload and edit soccer data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduce graphics and statistics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePredict match outcomes and final league positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormulate betting strategies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRank teams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruct passing networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssess match play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoccer Analytics: An Introduction Using R\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47490714992984,"sku":"9781032357836","price":186.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/1295\/4195\/files\/9781032357836.jpg?v=1778820374","url":"https:\/\/agendabookshop.com\/products\/soccer-analytics-an-introduction-using-r","provider":"Agenda Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}