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Football Insights Academy Podcast

Tom Butterfield & David Bromley

Welcome to The Football Insights Academy Podcast, the ultimate destination for football enthusiasts, aspiring analysts, scouts, and recruitment professionals who want to understand the beautiful game beyond what’s visible on match day. This podcast is dedicated to demystifying the world of football analytics, scouting, and recruitment while empowering listeners to elevate their understanding of the game. Each episode is packed with: Deep Dives into Playing Styles: Learn how teams operate on and off

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50:38

Ep2: Expected Goals (xG) and Expected Assists (xA) -...

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2025/02/21

Join The Waiting List For Our Free CourseSummaryIn this conversation, David Bromley and Tom Butterfield delve into the intricacies of football analytics, focusing on the concepts of Expected Goals (XG) and Expected Assists (XA). They discuss how XG provides a metric for evaluating the quality of goal-scoring opportunities, taking into account various factors such as player position and shot quality. The conversation transitions to XA, which assesses the likelihood of a pass leading to a goal,

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38:48

Ep1: The Secret to Finding Hidden Gem Players with...

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2025/02/14

Football Analytics Foundations FREE Course - Join the waiting List SummaryIn the inaugural episode of the Football Insights Academy podcast, hosts Tom Butterfield and David Bromley discuss the transformative role of data in football, particularly in recruitment. They explore how data analytics can uncover hidden gems in the sport, emphasising the importance of a systematic approach to player analysis. The conversation highlights successful case studies of clubs like Brentford and Brighton, which

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44:38

Ep100: Want To Learn How To Become A Football...

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2025/02/06

Free Course Waiting List - Sign up and we'll keep you updated on what's happening at the 'Football Insights Academy', and give you the opportunity to ask us questions. SummaryIn this 100th and final episode of the Attacking the Championship podcast, hosts Tom Butterfield and David Bromley reflect on their journey, discussing the evolution of their podcast and the growing importance of data analytics in football. They explore the role of data analysts, the need for data-driven decisions in

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42:47

Ep99: January Transfer Window - Could These Players...

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2025/01/18

Charts and Graphs for Episode 99SummaryIn this episode of the Attack in the Champute podcast, hosts Tom Butterfield and David Bromley discuss the current state of various football clubs as they approach the January transfer window. They analyze the needs of teams like QPR, Sheffield United, Sheffield Wednesday, Stoke City, and Sunderland, focusing on potential player signings and the impact of injuries on team performance. The conversation highlights the importance of strategic player acquisitions

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43:50

Ep98: EFL Championship - Matchday 27 (Futile)...

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2025/01/13

SummaryIn this episode, hosts Tom Butterfield and David Bromley discuss the upcoming FA Cup matches and review their predictions for the Championship. They analyze key matchups, including Burnley vs. Sunderland, Millwall vs. Hull, Plymouth vs. QPR, Cardiff vs. Swansea, and Luton vs. Preston, providing insights into team dynamics, player performances, and tactical approaches. The conversation highlights the unpredictability of the Championship and the significance of momentum in determining match

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41:52

Ep97: January Transfer Window - Could These Players...

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2025/01/10

Charts and Graphs for Episode 97SummaryIn this episode of the Attack in the Championship podcast, hosts Tom Butterfield and David Bromley discuss the upcoming January transfer window, focusing on potential targets for various teams in the Championship. They analyze the needs of Luton Town, Middlesbrough, Oxford United, and Millwall, exploring player performance metrics and recruitment strategies. The conversation highlights the importance of chance creation, attacking support players, and the impact

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50:36

Ep96: EFL Championship - Matchday 26 (Futile)...

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2025/01/03

SummaryThe conversation delves into the recent managerial changes in the Championship, discussing the implications for teams like Stoke, Plymouth, and Hull. Predictions for key matchups are made, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each team. The hosts analyze the tactical approaches of teams like Swansea and West Brom, and the potential for Leeds to capitalize on Hull's transitional phase. The discussion wraps up with a focus on Watford's home strength against Sheffield United. In this

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52:25

Ep95: January Transfer Window - Could These Players...

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2025/01/03

Charts and Graphs for Episode 95SummaryIn this episode of the Attack in the Championship podcast, hosts Tom Butterfield and David Bromley discuss various themes surrounding the Championship, including festive reflections, analysis of recent games, and insights into the January transfer window. They explore the importance of player creativity, the impact of analytics on shooting trends, and the significance of acting early in the transfer market. The conversation also delves into specific clubs like

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33:09

Ep94: EFL Championship - Matchday 24 (Futile)...

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2024/12/27

SummaryIn this episode of the Attack in the Championship podcast, hosts Tom Butterfield and David Bromley discuss the upcoming Match Day 24 fixtures in the Championship, providing insights and predictions for each game. They delve into team form, player performances, and the impact of the Christmas schedule on match outcomes. The conversation covers a range of matches, including Preston vs Sheffield Wednesday, Sheffield United vs West Brom, and Middlesbrough vs Burnley, among others, highlighting

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Ep93: EFL Championship - What Are The Attacking...

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2024/12/26

Charts and Graphs for Episode 93SummaryIn this episode of the Attack in the Championship podcast, hosts Tom Butterfield and David Bromley discuss festive food traditions, the challenges players face during the Christmas fixtures, and analyze the attacking styles of QPR, Sheffield United, and Sheffield Wednesday. They explore the teams' performances, player contributions, and potential areas for improvement as the season progresses. In this episode, Tom Butterfield and David Bromley delve into the

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39:49

Ep92: EFL Championship - Matchday 22 - (Futile)...

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2024/12/20

SummaryIn this episode of the Attack in the Championship podcast, hosts Tom Butterfield and David Bromley delve into the latest match predictions for Match Day 22. They analyze the form and performance of various teams, including Luton, Derby, Sheffield Wednesday, Stoke, Portsmouth, Coventry, Hull City, Swansea, Leeds, Oxford, Cardiff, and Sheffield United. The conversation highlights key matchups, team strengths, weaknesses, and the importance of home games as the season progresses. In this

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51:52

Ep91: EFL Championship - What Are The Attacking...

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2024/12/20

Graphs and Charts for Episode 91SummaryIn this episode of the Attack in the Championship podcast, hosts Tom Butterfield and David Bromley delve into the current state of various teams in the Championship. They analyze Luton Town's struggles, Middlesbrough's promising performance, Millwall's direct play, and Norwich's inconsistent season. The discussion highlights tactical approaches, player performances, and the potential impact of the upcoming transfer window. In this conversation, David Bromley

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35:48

Ep90: EFL Championship - (Futile) Predictions Episode...

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2024/12/13

SummaryIn this episode of the Attack in the Championship podcast, hosts Tom Butterfield and David Bromley dive into matchday 21 predictions, analyzing key matchups including Derby vs Portsmouth, Coventry vs Hull City, and more. They discuss team forms, player performances, and potential outcomes, providing insights into the Championship landscape as they predict scores and outcomes for each game.Useful LinksX (Twitter) - @champattackYoutube Channel

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54:35

Ep89: EFL Championship - What Are The Attacking...

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2024/12/13

Charts and Graphs for Episode 89SummaryIn this episode of the Attack in the Championship podcast, hosts Tom Butterfield and David Bromley discuss the latest developments in the Championship, including midweek game results, managerial changes, and team performances. They analyze the metrics of various teams, focusing on Blackburn Rovers, Bristol City, and Burnley, exploring their strengths and weaknesses as they approach the January transfer window. In this conversation, David Bromley and Tom

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36:44

Ep88: EFL Championship - Matchday 19 (Futile)...

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2024/12/06

SummaryIn this episode, Tom Butterfield and David Bromley discuss their predictions for upcoming Championship matches, analyzing team forms, strengths, and weaknesses. They delve into the performances of teams like Sheffield Wednesday, Sunderland, Leeds, and Luton Town, providing insights into their current standings and potential outcomes for the matches ahead. In this episode, David Bromley and Tom Butterfield analyze upcoming matches in the Championship, discussing team form, key players, and

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55:14

Ep87: Does Our 'Attacking Funnel' Data Shows Which...

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2024/12/06

Graphs and Charts for Episode 87SummaryIn this episode of the Attack in the Championship podcast, hosts Tom Butterfield and David Bromley discuss the latest developments in the Championship, including managerial changes, team performances, and the concept of the attacking funnel. They analyze the struggles of teams at the bottom of the league, focusing on Portsmouth, QPR, Hull City, and Plymouth, while also considering the impact of new managerial appointments like Frank Lampard's at Coventry. The

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51:41

Ep86: EFL Championship (Futile) Predictions Episode -...

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2024/11/29

SummaryIn this episode of the Attack in the Championship podcast, hosts Tom Butterfield and David Bromley discuss their predictions for upcoming matches in the Championship. They recap their previous predictions, analyse key matchups including Sheffield United vs Sunderland, Watford vs QPR, Middlesbrough vs Hull, and Oxford vs Millwall, providing insights into team performances and potential outcomes. In this episode, Tom Butterfield and David Bromley discuss their predictions for various

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55:20

Ep85: Our 'Attacking Funnel' Data Shows Which Top 6...

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2024/11/29

Graphs and Charts for Episode 85SummaryIn this conversation, Tom Butterfield and David Bromley discuss the integration of AI in analyzing football performance, focusing on the concept of the attacking funnel. They explore how teams can improve their performance metrics by understanding the importance of entering the final third, taking shots, and converting those into goals. The discussion also includes a comparative analysis of top-performing teams versus those struggling, highlighting the

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39:06

Ep84 - Matchday 16 - (Futile) Predictions Episode

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2024/11/22

SummaryIn this episode of the Attack in the Championship podcast, hosts Tom Butterfield and David Bromley delve into the upcoming matches in the Championship, providing insights and predictions based on team performances, home advantages, and player strengths. They discuss the challenges of predicting outcomes in a competitive league, highlighting key matchups such as Plymouth vs Watford, Coventry vs Sheffield United, and more. The conversation emphasises the unpredictability of the Championship and

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Ep83 - Oxford to West Brom Season Review - What Does...

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2024/11/22

Charts and Graphs for Episode 83SummaryIn this episode, Tom Butterfield and David Bromley delve into the current state of teams in the Championship, focusing on player performances, team strategies, and expectations versus reality. They analyze Tom Fellows' playing style and potential, discuss Oxford United's surprising start to the season, and evaluate Plymouth Argyle's home and away performances. The conversation highlights the importance of teamwork, tactical awareness, and the challenges faced

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