data-driven football

Combined XI: Not a record signing in sight, but does Salah make the grade?

Combined XI Verdict: Liverpool and Man Utd Through a Statistical Lens Data-first selection reshapes combined XI debate The idea of a combined XI between Liverpool and Man Utd is often driven by reputation, legacy and tribal bias. Strip all of that away and what remains is something far more revealing. This particular selection leans entirely on...

How Liverpool Quietly Mastered the Art of Modern Recruitment

Liverpool’s Recruitment Revolution: Behind the Data-Driven Dynasty Liverpool’s rise to footballing dominance in the last decade wasn’t merely a product of charisma in the dugout or brilliance on the pitch—it was engineered, diligently, behind the scenes. In a compelling episode of The Overlap Breakdown, hosted by Harrison, former Lead Recruitment Analyst Patrick Montgomery peeled back...

Unpacking Dr. Ian Graham’s Role in Liverpool’s Data-Driven Dominance

Understanding Dr. Ian Graham’s Influence on Liverpool FC Liverpool FC’s success over recent years has been widely attributed to their tactical brilliance, excellent recruitment, and of course, data-driven decision-making. One of the key figures behind the scenes has been Dr. Ian Graham, the former Director of Research at Liverpool FC. In a recent podcast on...