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Harshul Shah
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Former Data Analyst at FC Dallas, now diving deeper into football analytics & data science.
Exploring football metrics, and tactical data shape the game across leagues from the Premier League to MLS.
Follow for more insights with ML molded match analysis.
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The tactical drama in Palace vs Bournemouth was a glimpse into modern football—formations, transitions, and data-driven play.
Just dropped a deep-dive analysis unpacking how Oliver Glasner & Iraola turned a 3-3 into a lesson for PL evolution.
Read here:
harry1cool0.substack.com/p/how-was-th...
How Was That Only a Draw?” — The Story Behind Crystal Palace vs Bournemouth’s 3–3 Mayhem
Beyond the six goals and xG swings, this match was a battle of ideas — a thrilling reminder of how progressive coaching is reshaping modern football
harry1cool0.substack.com
October 29, 2025 at 11:14 PM
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Palace’s tactical power on full display at Anfield!
Check the radar: higher xG, more shots on target, box entries & big chances vs Liverpool.
Clear statement from Oliver Glasner’s side Crystal Palace.
@optaanalyst.optajoe.com @theathletic.com @fotmob.com
#CrystalPalace #Liverpool #BlueskyFootball
October 29, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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Champions League 2025/26 - Defensive Recovery:
Which clubs win the most ground duels?
Balls recovered vs tackles, #UnionSG sets the standard.
Explore the chart for every team’s defensive story.
#ChampionsLeague #UCLStats #FootballAnalytics #DefensiveRecovery #UCL2025 @fbref.com @fotmob.com #UEFA
Unique data chart mapping all 36 clubs by balls recovered & tackles—spotlighting unseen defensive trends across Europe. Union SG outscores giants in both metrics.
October 2, 2025 at 8:27 AM
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Check this out
@mancity.com @skysportpl.bsky.social @fotmob.com
@theathletic.com @eng-premierleague.bsky.social
@theathleticfc.bsky.social @statsbomb.com @fbref.com @whoscored.com
soccessor.bsky.social Harshul Shah @soccessor.bsky.social · Sep 22
Presenting my #ManCity season analysis uses unique data: POE exposes tactical shifts & flank vulnerability by WIF metrics. This isn't your average preview. Get the edge on Pep's evolving team.
harry1cool0.substack.com/p/manchester...
#MCFC #FootballAnalytics #PremierLeague @markcarey93.bsky.social
harry1cool0.substack.com
October 2, 2025 at 8:32 AM
soccessor.bsky.social
Champions League 2025/26 - Defensive Recovery:
Which clubs win the most ground duels?
Balls recovered vs tackles, #UnionSG sets the standard.
Explore the chart for every team’s defensive story.
#ChampionsLeague #UCLStats #FootballAnalytics #DefensiveRecovery #UCL2025 @fbref.com @fotmob.com #UEFA
Unique data chart mapping all 36 clubs by balls recovered & tackles—spotlighting unseen defensive trends across Europe. Union SG outscores giants in both metrics.
October 2, 2025 at 8:27 AM
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Is Ange’s Forest bold evolution a short-term gamble or a long-term revolution?
I broke down their Burnley match, Betis test & European return — all with data & visuals.
Would love your take
open.substack.com/pub/harry1co...
@nottinghamforest.news @theathleticfc.bsky.social @markcarey93.bsky.social
Ange’s Nottingham Forest: From Nuno’s Compact Block to a Brave New European Era
The Burnley test, stylistic shifts from Nuno to Postecoglou, and Forest’s long-awaited European return after 30 years reveal a club in tactical transition.
open.substack.com
September 27, 2025 at 10:47 AM
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markcarey93.bsky.social
We often say that the most entertaining games of football are played at a “good tempo”.

For @theathleticfc.bsky.social, I tried to quantify exactly what that is, and which Premier League teams play with a fast and slow tempo.

Link below!

www.nytimes.com/athletic/662...
September 26, 2025 at 8:12 AM
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Is Ange’s Forest bold evolution a short-term gamble or a long-term revolution?
I broke down their Burnley match, Betis test & European return — all with data & visuals.
Would love your take
open.substack.com/pub/harry1co...
@nottinghamforest.news @theathleticfc.bsky.social @markcarey93.bsky.social
Ange’s Nottingham Forest: From Nuno’s Compact Block to a Brave New European Era
The Burnley test, stylistic shifts from Nuno to Postecoglou, and Forest’s long-awaited European return after 30 years reveal a club in tactical transition.
open.substack.com
September 27, 2025 at 10:47 AM
soccessor.bsky.social
Presenting my #ManCity season analysis uses unique data: POE exposes tactical shifts & flank vulnerability by WIF metrics. This isn't your average preview. Get the edge on Pep's evolving team.
harry1cool0.substack.com/p/manchester...
#MCFC #FootballAnalytics #PremierLeague @markcarey93.bsky.social
harry1cool0.substack.com
September 22, 2025 at 9:41 AM
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NEW POD 🚨

Why has this Premier League season started so slowly?

@zonal-marking.bsky.social, @liamtharme.bsky.social & @markcarey93.bsky.social join @michaeljbailey.bsky.social to discuss.

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The Athletic FC Tactics Podcast: Why has this season started so slowly?
There were a mere 19 goals across 20 games in the Premier League last weekend.Which got us thinking — why so few? And is it partly to do with the influx of new signings creating unfamiliarity and...
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September 19, 2025 at 9:35 AM
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The September #internationalbreak wasn't just about goals—it was a tactical referendum.
Leaves us with questions that data delivers
Who's returning to clubs in top form?
How did national teams expose new vulnerabilities?
#FootballAnalytics #SoccerStats #Break #WC #WCQUALIFIERS #UEFA #Europe #FIFA
September 12, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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The Athletic’s Tactics Podcast raised a great point: Amorim’s system is becoming more predictable. Teams aren’t just defending United — they’re decoding them. Here’s what the data + dashboard shows
#FootballTactics #SportsAnalytics #MUFC #EPL #PL @tacticspod.bsky.social @markcarey93.bsky.social
Dashboard titled Manchester United Tactical Analysis: How Opponents Adapt to Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-3 System (Season 2024/25). 1st Chart: Donut chart shows most common opponent formations vs United: 5-4-1 (32%, increasing), 4-5-1 (28%, rising), 4-4-2 (18%, stable), 3-5-2 (15%, growing), others smaller. Second chart: Bar chart compares defensive strategies; low block (~75%) most effective, mid block (~65%), high press (~40%), gegenpressing (~38%), possession (~55%). 3rd chart: Line chart shows steady rise in defensive formations, low block usage, and wing containment from Nov 2024 to May 2025. 4th chart: Radar chart (Predictability Index) shows high predictability in wing-back patterns and central build-up, moderate in set-piece setups, pressing triggers, formation shifts, and transition speed. Overall message: Opponents increasingly exploit United’s predictable tactical patterns.
September 6, 2025 at 7:57 AM
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Beyond the headlines, the data from @intermiamicf.bsky.social @Leagues Cup journey tells a tactical story. Analysis shows how a reliance on individuals led to a semifinal win, while a lack of tactical foundation was brutally exposed in the final.

Read blog here: open.substack.com/pub/harry1co...
Inter Miami's Tale of Two Halves: A Study in Contrasts from Leagues Cup 2025
A data backed tactical mirror reflecting both triumph and trepidation for Inter Miami CF in the semifinal vs final of the Leagues Cup tournament 2025
open.substack.com
September 4, 2025 at 8:13 AM
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soccessor.bsky.social
The final score told you nothing. We dive into the data to reveal how Bournemouth dominated Wolves in their 1-0 win. Get the full breakdown, player ratings and insights here

harry1cool0.substack.com/p/premier-leag…#Cherriese#Wolvese#FootballAnalysisi#EPLPL @markcarey93.bsky.social
@theathletic.com
https://harry1cool0.substack.com/p/premier-leag…
September 1, 2025 at 9:41 AM
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The final score told you nothing. We dive into the data to reveal how Bournemouth dominated Wolves in their 1-0 win. Get the full breakdown, player ratings and insights here

harry1cool0.substack.com/p/premier-leag…#Cherriese#Wolvese#FootballAnalysisi#EPLPL @markcarey93.bsky.social
@theathletic.com
https://harry1cool0.substack.com/p/premier-leag…
September 1, 2025 at 9:41 AM
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soccessor.bsky.social
Football data deep dive!
We analyzed decades of football stats and found a fascinating trend: the beautiful game is getting cleaner. Fouls per match are down, and "fouls per card" are also dropping, meaning referees are getting stricter. It's a win for fair play! #football #data #fairplay #analytics
August 22, 2025 at 8:40 AM
soccessor.bsky.social
Football data deep dive!
We analyzed decades of football stats and found a fascinating trend: the beautiful game is getting cleaner. Fouls per match are down, and "fouls per card" are also dropping, meaning referees are getting stricter. It's a win for fair play! #football #data #fairplay #analytics
August 22, 2025 at 8:40 AM
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Tactical Review – SUN 3:0 WHU

The opening week clash had everything: Sunderland’s set-piece dominance, West Ham’s midfield struggles, and an xG timeline that told a very different story than the final scoreline.

Full analysis 👉 harry1cool0.substack.com/p/when-the-b...

#EPL #SUNvsWHU #Football
When the Black Cats Roared – Sunderland's Premier League Return Stuns West Ham!
Review of the Week: Sunderland win 3-0 at home with a stellar second half performance
harry1cool0.substack.com
August 19, 2025 at 8:02 AM
soccessor.bsky.social
Tactical Review – SUN 3:0 WHU

The opening week clash had everything: Sunderland’s set-piece dominance, West Ham’s midfield struggles, and an xG timeline that told a very different story than the final scoreline.

Full analysis 👉 harry1cool0.substack.com/p/when-the-b...

#EPL #SUNvsWHU #Football
When the Black Cats Roared – Sunderland's Premier League Return Stuns West Ham!
Review of the Week: Sunderland win 3-0 at home with a stellar second half performance
harry1cool0.substack.com
August 19, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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theathleticfc.bsky.social
Leeds United mark their return to the Premier League with three points.

Lukas Nmecha's penalty - awarded after it was deemed that James Tarkowski leaned into the ball with his arm - settled the game.

Everton's winless run in the Premier League in August stretches to 12 matches.

#LUFC | #EFC
August 18, 2025 at 9:08 PM
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Across the last three Premier League seasons, Moisés Caicedo has made more tackles (305) and won possession more times (677) than any other player. ⚔️
June 10, 2025 at 11:51 AM
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Lukas Nmecha’s late penalty, scored on debut, is enough to give Leeds a winning return to the Premier League.

Everton managed just one shot on target.
August 18, 2025 at 9:30 PM