Expected Goals : The Story of How Data Conquered Football and Changed the Game Forever

Expected Goals offers an expert account of football’s data revolution, revealing how numbers have reshaped coaching, scouting, and playing over the last two decades. Through the vision of Chris Anderson and a dedicated group of innovators, this book shows how data analytics moved beyond theory to transform a traditional sport. It documents the evolution of modern football by focusing on the pioneers who changed the game’s understanding, proving that success is no longer just about what you win, but how the game is analyzed and approached.