PERFORMANCE

ANALYSIS
Gabriel Glăvan
CONTENTS
01 STAGES OF ANALYSIS

02 PLANNING

03 PREDICTABILITY

04 SUPPORT

05 FEEDBACK

06 CONCLUSIONS
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STAGES OF ANALYSIS

PLANNING PREDICTABILITY SUPPORT FEEDBACK

LIVE
TRAINING Filming and analyzing matches in
real-time with the purpose of
Filming with the purpose of informing and presenting the
tracking training pattern, technical staff and players with an
analyzing and developing
individual and collective
PRE GAME objective view of the context.
performances Creating video analyses that
present future opponents at POST GAME
both team and individual levels Analyzing matches with the
by identifying gameplay goal of identifying and
patterns. presenting situations that
had an impact on the
team's performance
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TRAINING
WEEKLY SCHEDULE EXAMPLE
Monday: Recovery and Video Analysis
Video analysis session where the video analyst presents key findings from the previous match, including
team performance, opponent tendencies, and areas for improvement.

Tuesday: Tactical Training and Video Review

On-field tactical training based on insights gathered from video analysis. Focus on correcting mistakes
identified in the previous game and beginning preparation for the next opponent.
Can be done - Small group or individual video review sessions to go over personal performance and
discuss tactical roles.

Wednesday: Physical Training and Match Simulation

High-intensity physical training focusing on endurance, strength, speed and/or match simulation that
incorporates specific scenarios based on the video analysis of the next opponent's patterns and strategies.
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WEEKLY SCHEDULE EXAMPLE

Thursday: Position-Specific Analysis
Video session analyzing the technical aspects of play and position-specific roles, using clips from both
the team and other professional examples.

Friday: Tactical Fine-Tuning and Team Meeting

Tactical training focusing on set pieces, defensive organization and attacking movements with
consideration of the video analysis findings
Team meeting to discuss the final tactical plan and watch the next opponent, highlighting their strengths
and weaknesses.

Saturday: Pre-Match Activation and Strategy Session

Final video analysis session to review strategy and individual opponents

Sunday: Recovery or Rest

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PREDICTABILITY
PRE GAME

OPPOSITION ANALYSIS
Stages of Analysis:

1.Initial Report

2.Match Filming

3.Opponent Analysis

4.Conclusions and Key Information

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INITIAL REPORT

This phase consists of tracking the match schedule of the next opponents. Although it may seem trivial,
the goal is to know the next opponent. This initial report should give the staff an idea of what kind of
opponent we will encounter. In this phase, we do not perform tactical analyses but only observe factors
that include simple and easy-to-follow statistics.

The goal is to create a summary of the opponent:

It needs to be simple and logical
Information presented in the form of images
No lengthy texts
It must be taken into account that the head coach is quite busy with match preparation, and a
complicated and detailed initial report would be an additional stress.
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INITIAL REPORT
Basic information about the opponent

Place in the standings

Team form in the last matches
Standard starting eleven
Probable team
Key players
Injuries and/or suspensions
Other information (grass condition, crowd pressure)
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MATCH FILMING

Recording the match is a fundamental process in analyzing the next opponent. We need to know how to film
a match to get a clear picture of what is happening on the field. This is important because in lower divisions
or at junior levels, matches are not filmed, and some teams do not have the budget for costly software. The
game recording must be made at any age level because the TV camera angle does not cover the whole field.
A proper recording should be made with a panoramic view

In the frame of the recording, we must always have:

the position and orientation of the attackers
the position and orientation of the defenders
the distance between attackers and defenders
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OPPONENT ANALYSIS

We can say that this is the most important process. The analysis is presented to the players, and we need
to make them understand as much as possible.

It's important for the analyst to have a good knowledge of the technical-tactical principles of organizing the
game and to be a keen observer in order to understand the game patterns of the opponents.

Mostly here is where the difference between a good analyst and an average one is made.

It's important to maintain an order of the images, taking into account the phases of the game.
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OPPONENT ANALYSIS
Order of the game phases:

Defensive phase
Positive transition
Offensive phase
Negative transition
Defensive set pieces
Offensive set pieces
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OPPONENT ANALYSIS
Defensive Phase – Behaviors - We observe how the analyzed team behaves in the defensive phase in
different areas of the field:

Does the team press high up the field or not?

If they press, how many players do they bring into the opponent's half?
Is the pressing organized?
Do they perform a pressing zone?
What is the distance between lines?
Do they press from the outside in or from the inside out?
How well do they perform the shifting movement?
How aggressive are they?
Overall, do they have a well-organized functional block?
Do they defend with all players?
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Offensive Transition

This phase of the analysis indicates the team's behavior when they gain possession of
the ball.

Do they initiate a counter-attack, quick attack, or positional attack?

At the moment of recovery, what solutions do they choose to maintain possession of
the ball?
Are they looking for a specific player?
How dangerous are they in this phase?
How efficient are they?
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Offensive Phase – Zone 1

We observe the collective behavior of the analyzed team in the possession phase and look for different
patterns.

Do they start the build-up from the goalkeeper (elaborately) or choose to build directly or vertically?
If they opt for direct or vertical, are they targeting a specific area?
Are they looking for a specific player?
If they choose the elaborate build-up, we look at the position and orientation of the defenders and
midfielders.
How large is the distance between players?
How do they react to pressure, pressing zones, pressing?
How comfortable are they with the ball in the build-up phase
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Offensive Phase – Zones 2 and 3

We observe the collective behavior of the analyzed team in the offensive phase and look for different
patterns.

Do they follow patterns, or do they rely on the individual qualities of the players?
Are there key players in their offensive play?
Are the actions carried out in the central area or in the lateral zones?
How many players are involved? Do they become vulnerable at the moment of losing possession?
Do they prefer to create scoring opportunities through crosses?
Do they prefer to create scoring opportunities through central combinations?
How dangerous are they at finishing?
How efficient are they?
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Negative Transition

In this phase, we analyze the team's behavior at the moment of losing the ball.

Do they retreat or try to recover quickly?

If they attempt to recover quickly, in what form do they do it? (pressure, pressing zone, counter-
pressing)
How many players actively participate?
Generally speaking, how organized are they in such moments?
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Defensive Set Pieces

How many players actively participate?

What type of marking do they use?
In the case of a lateral free-kick, do they use marking or a defensive line?
How many players remain ready for the offensive phase?
Are they a tall team?
How disciplined are they in individual tasks?
How reactive are they in special situations?
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OPPONENT ANALYSIS
Offensive Set Pieces

How many players actively participate?

How dangerous are they?
Are they a tall team?
How well are the set pieces executed?
Are they executed towards the inside or outside?
Are they looking for a specific player?
Are they targeting a specific area?
How many players remain ready for the defensive phase?
How quickly do they reorganize if the opponent recovers the ball?
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CONCLUSIONS
To have a complete analysis of the opponent, we must be constantly focused and attentive to any
changes that may occur unpredictably.
There is a possibility that the opponent might recover certain players who seemed unavailable, or there
might be last-minute injuries.
We should try to obtain as much information about the opponent as possible, especially in terms of
tactics. This aspect also includes observing the training sessions in the week leading up to the game, if
possible.
The work of an analyst and scout represents a process of continuous observation and analysis of the
football environment to reduce the degree of unpredictability.
In the weekly microcycle, the analysis of the opponent is normally presented to the players either one
day before or on the morning of the match day. It is recommended for the video analysis to last about
12-15 minutes.
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LIVE
It is conducted during the match. Images can be sent at any moment to a coach on the bench or/and images
can be shown during the halftime break. The images shown during halftime can be subject to game scenarios:

We are dominating, controlling, and have the advantage

Because it seems that we are in total control, we are careful to analyze and anticipate what changes might
occur in the opponent's game and what we should be attentive to in the second half
We are dominating, controlling, but have failed to score
We need to carefully analyze our offensive phase, especially in the final third, where we failed to finish and
capitalize on our technical and tactical advantage.
We are being dominated but have the advantage at halftime
Even though we are ahead, it means that our game has suffered, and we managed to score against the run of
play. We need to analyze the phases that led to losing control of the game, generally involving situations related
to the build-up in an offensive sense and the quality of pressing in a defensive sense.
We are being dominated and are at a disadvantage
This means that not much has gone according to the initial plan, and this is usually where changes occur both in
terms of players and tactics, shifting to a secondary tactical plan that should normally be prepared in the game
model.
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POST GAME
It is conducted after the last played match.

In the weekly microcycle, it takes place on the 2nd or 3rd day after the match.
The post-match analysis is more detailed compared to the live analysis. We present both the things that went
well and the things that did not work.

It is recommended to first present the things that went well. This analysis can be presented in several ways
depending on the coach:

To present it as a video analysis of the opponent, respecting the phases of the game
To present it in turn with positive and/or negative things
To choose some situations from the game and repeat them in training. This is done perfectly if you have a
screen at the training ground
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Structured Approach to Analysis: Analysis is a structured, phased process. It starts with a preliminary
investigation of the opponent before the match, continues with live analysis during the game, and concludes
with a detailed post-match review. This structure ensures a comprehensive understanding of the opponent and
the team's own performance.

Importance of Video Analysis: Video analysis plays a crucial role at all stages. Before the match, it helps in
understanding the opponent's tactics and key players. During the match, it supports real-time decision-making.
After the game, it provides a basis for detailed review and feedback.

Focus on Game Phases: Analysis is segmented according to the different phases of the game—defensive,
offensive, transitions, and set pieces. This segmentation allows teams to dissect the game into manageable
parts, focusing on specific areas for improvement or exploitation.

Adaptability and Real-Time Decisions: The analysis includes preparing for real-time adjustments during the
match. Teams must be ready to adapt their strategy based on live analysis, whether they are in control or need
to counter unexpected challenges.
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Positive Reinforcement: Emphasizing what went well is recommended, especially at the start of the post-match
analysis. Highlighting positive aspects can boost morale and reinforce successful strategies and behaviors.

Customization to Coaching Preferences: The presentation and focus of analyses can be tailored to suit the
coaching staff's preferences, whether through detailed video breakdowns, focusing on positive/negative aspects,
or translating analysis into practical training exercises.

Continuous Learning and Adaptation: The process underscores the need for continuous observation, learning,
and adaptation. Analysts and coaches must stay alert to changes in the opponent's strategy, player availability,
and performance trends.

Tactical Versatility: The ability to switch to a secondary tactical plan if the primary strategy is ineffective
demonstrates the need for versatility and comprehensive game preparation.