Beth
@bethlimb.bsky.social
She/Her | BA (Hons) History | Recruitment analyst | Player profiling & tactical analysis
https://107scouting.substack.com
https://107scouting.substack.com
Arsenal are reportedly closing in on Smilla Holmberg from Hammarby.
The data shows a dynamic, attack-minded full-back. Questions remain around defensive volume and adapting to the WSL's transition speed.
Full analysis:
107scouting.substack.com/p/smilla-hol...
#ArsenalWFC #WSL
The data shows a dynamic, attack-minded full-back. Questions remain around defensive volume and adapting to the WSL's transition speed.
Full analysis:
107scouting.substack.com/p/smilla-hol...
#ArsenalWFC #WSL
Smilla Holmberg (Hammarby) - Scout Report
A comprehensive 3,500-word analysis of Arsenal's reported signing
107scouting.substack.com
November 9, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Arsenal are reportedly closing in on Smilla Holmberg from Hammarby.
The data shows a dynamic, attack-minded full-back. Questions remain around defensive volume and adapting to the WSL's transition speed.
Full analysis:
107scouting.substack.com/p/smilla-hol...
#ArsenalWFC #WSL
The data shows a dynamic, attack-minded full-back. Questions remain around defensive volume and adapting to the WSL's transition speed.
Full analysis:
107scouting.substack.com/p/smilla-hol...
#ArsenalWFC #WSL
Back analysing the Damallsvenskan after what's been a fascinating season to follow.
I used Principal Component Analysis to compress dozens of metrics into two dimensions, revealing tactical patterns across the league:
107scouting.substack.com/p/damallsven...
#woso #dataanalysis #damallsvenskan
I used Principal Component Analysis to compress dozens of metrics into two dimensions, revealing tactical patterns across the league:
107scouting.substack.com/p/damallsven...
#woso #dataanalysis #damallsvenskan
Mapping the Damallsvenskan: A PCA Analysis of Sweden's Footballing Identities
A data-driven exploration of playing styles in Sweden's elite women's football.
107scouting.substack.com
November 9, 2025 at 10:34 AM
Back analysing the Damallsvenskan after what's been a fascinating season to follow.
I used Principal Component Analysis to compress dozens of metrics into two dimensions, revealing tactical patterns across the league:
107scouting.substack.com/p/damallsven...
#woso #dataanalysis #damallsvenskan
I used Principal Component Analysis to compress dozens of metrics into two dimensions, revealing tactical patterns across the league:
107scouting.substack.com/p/damallsven...
#woso #dataanalysis #damallsvenskan
Using data and statistical modelling from weighted percentiles to PCA to identify how full-backs contribute to attacking play in MLS 2025.
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#MLS #DataAnalysis
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#MLS #DataAnalysis
The Attacking Full-Back Index: Measuring Offensive Contribution in MLS 2025
Full-backs have become one of the most tactically interesting and diverse roles in football. Within the frames of a team’s tactical…
medium.com
October 5, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Using data and statistical modelling from weighted percentiles to PCA to identify how full-backs contribute to attacking play in MLS 2025.
medium.com/@bethlimb/bu...
#MLS #DataAnalysis
medium.com/@bethlimb/bu...
#MLS #DataAnalysis
Evander: 17 goals and 11 assists. How one player has carried FC Cincinnati
Full data breakdown 👇
#MLS #data #analysis
bethlimb.medium.com/evander-fc-c...
Full data breakdown 👇
#MLS #data #analysis
bethlimb.medium.com/evander-fc-c...
Evander — FC Cincinnati (Data Report)
We are 32 games into the 2025 MLS season as this report is being written. Cincinnati, lead by Head Coach Pat Noonan, find themselves…
bethlimb.medium.com
October 3, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Evander: 17 goals and 11 assists. How one player has carried FC Cincinnati
Full data breakdown 👇
#MLS #data #analysis
bethlimb.medium.com/evander-fc-c...
Full data breakdown 👇
#MLS #data #analysis
bethlimb.medium.com/evander-fc-c...
October 3, 2025 at 6:13 AM
Diego Luna (Box Crasher, Real Salt Lake)
Emerging as one of the most dangerous attacking midfielders in the MLS. Relentless ball progression, strong shot volume, and excels when in the box. He profiles as a creative threat who can consistently impact the final third.
#MLS #data #scouting
Emerging as one of the most dangerous attacking midfielders in the MLS. Relentless ball progression, strong shot volume, and excels when in the box. He profiles as a creative threat who can consistently impact the final third.
#MLS #data #scouting
October 2, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Evander (Box Crasher, FC Cincinnati)
Evander is one of this season's standout creators. High shot output, consistent progressive runs, and a box-crashing profile. #MLS #scouting #fccincinnati
Evander is one of this season's standout creators. High shot output, consistent progressive runs, and a box-crashing profile. #MLS #scouting #fccincinnati
October 2, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Evander (Box Crasher, FC Cincinnati)
Evander is one of this season's standout creators. High shot output, consistent progressive runs, and a box-crashing profile. #MLS #scouting #fccincinnati
Evander is one of this season's standout creators. High shot output, consistent progressive runs, and a box-crashing profile. #MLS #scouting #fccincinnati
Esme Morgan - Washington Spirit.
Calm in possession, excels with accurate long passes & defensive duels. A composed left-footed CB with balance in build-up and defending.
#NWSL #WashingtonSpirit #Scouting
Calm in possession, excels with accurate long passes & defensive duels. A composed left-footed CB with balance in build-up and defending.
#NWSL #WashingtonSpirit #Scouting
September 30, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Esme Morgan - Washington Spirit.
Calm in possession, excels with accurate long passes & defensive duels. A composed left-footed CB with balance in build-up and defending.
#NWSL #WashingtonSpirit #Scouting
Calm in possession, excels with accurate long passes & defensive duels. A composed left-footed CB with balance in build-up and defending.
#NWSL #WashingtonSpirit #Scouting
Delphine Cascarino — San Diego Wave’s unlocker.
Combines dribbling, ball progression & final-third quality. A wide forward who thrives when breaking defensive lines.
#NWSL #SanDiegoWave #Scouting @sandiegowavefc.com
Combines dribbling, ball progression & final-third quality. A wide forward who thrives when breaking defensive lines.
#NWSL #SanDiegoWave #Scouting @sandiegowavefc.com
September 30, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Delphine Cascarino — San Diego Wave’s unlocker.
Combines dribbling, ball progression & final-third quality. A wide forward who thrives when breaking defensive lines.
#NWSL #SanDiegoWave #Scouting @sandiegowavefc.com
Combines dribbling, ball progression & final-third quality. A wide forward who thrives when breaking defensive lines.
#NWSL #SanDiegoWave #Scouting @sandiegowavefc.com
Mariona Caldentey 2024/25 - @arsenalwfc.bsky.social #wsl
September 26, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Mariona Caldentey 2024/25 - @arsenalwfc.bsky.social #wsl
Uni’s done ✅ which means more time for writing! I’ll be posting regularly again soon, but for now, here are a few of my favourite pieces I’ve worked on 👇
September 9, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Uni’s done ✅ which means more time for writing! I’ll be posting regularly again soon, but for now, here are a few of my favourite pieces I’ve worked on 👇
'Her ability to individually advance the ball and generate direct attacking opportunities is invaluable. These are the attacking qualities that made her integral to OL & something Chelsea will look to utilise.'
Pleased to see Ellie Carpenter have a fantastic #WSL debut for @chelseafcw.bsky.social
Pleased to see Ellie Carpenter have a fantastic #WSL debut for @chelseafcw.bsky.social
Ellie Carpenter - Scout Report @chelseafcw.bsky.social
#chelsea #wsl
bethlimb.medium.com/ellie-carpen...
#chelsea #wsl
bethlimb.medium.com/ellie-carpen...
Ellie Carpenter (Chelsea F.C.) -Scout Report
Ellie Carpenter has established herself as one of the standout full-backs in women’s football, she is known for blnending defensive…
bethlimb.medium.com
September 5, 2025 at 9:55 PM
'Her ability to individually advance the ball and generate direct attacking opportunities is invaluable. These are the attacking qualities that made her integral to OL & something Chelsea will look to utilise.'
Pleased to see Ellie Carpenter have a fantastic #WSL debut for @chelseafcw.bsky.social
Pleased to see Ellie Carpenter have a fantastic #WSL debut for @chelseafcw.bsky.social
Delighted to have graduated from The Open University with a First Class BA (Hons) in History this past July.
Studying part-time while balancing writing and scouting work was certainly challenging but it taught me so many valuable skills.
Excited for what's next 🎓
Studying part-time while balancing writing and scouting work was certainly challenging but it taught me so many valuable skills.
Excited for what's next 🎓
September 3, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Delighted to have graduated from The Open University with a First Class BA (Hons) in History this past July.
Studying part-time while balancing writing and scouting work was certainly challenging but it taught me so many valuable skills.
Excited for what's next 🎓
Studying part-time while balancing writing and scouting work was certainly challenging but it taught me so many valuable skills.
Excited for what's next 🎓
Ellie Carpenter - Scout Report @chelseafcw.bsky.social
#chelsea #wsl
bethlimb.medium.com/ellie-carpen...
#chelsea #wsl
bethlimb.medium.com/ellie-carpen...
Ellie Carpenter (Chelsea F.C.) -Scout Report
Ellie Carpenter has established herself as one of the standout full-backs in women’s football, she is known for blnending defensive…
bethlimb.medium.com
July 19, 2025 at 5:35 AM
Ellie Carpenter - Scout Report @chelseafcw.bsky.social
#chelsea #wsl
bethlimb.medium.com/ellie-carpen...
#chelsea #wsl
bethlimb.medium.com/ellie-carpen...
Mason Melia has signed for Spurs. Great move for him and fantastic for the club, he's got such high potential and it's a pretty low-risk transfer for Tottenham.
Special player 💫
Here's a scout report I wrote about Melia a few months ago ⬇️
#THFC #Tottenham
bethlimb.substack.com/p/mason-meli...
Special player 💫
Here's a scout report I wrote about Melia a few months ago ⬇️
#THFC #Tottenham
bethlimb.substack.com/p/mason-meli...
Mason Melia: The Irish sensation making a name for himself - Scout Report
The League of Ireland has been quietly developing some incredibly talented young players for a while now.
bethlimb.substack.com
February 5, 2025 at 8:20 AM
Mason Melia has signed for Spurs. Great move for him and fantastic for the club, he's got such high potential and it's a pretty low-risk transfer for Tottenham.
Special player 💫
Here's a scout report I wrote about Melia a few months ago ⬇️
#THFC #Tottenham
bethlimb.substack.com/p/mason-meli...
Special player 💫
Here's a scout report I wrote about Melia a few months ago ⬇️
#THFC #Tottenham
bethlimb.substack.com/p/mason-meli...
