Sam Tighe
@stighefootball.bsky.social
⚽️ writing & broadcasting with ESPN.
Also host of *The Truth* podcast 🎙️with Dougie Critchley, on the Ranks FC feed. Search for it!
Also host of *The Truth* podcast 🎙️with Dougie Critchley, on the Ranks FC feed. Search for it!
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Sam Tighe
@stighefootball.bsky.social
· Aug 4
How players are using data to show their worth in contract negotiations
Kevin De Bruyne, Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ben White are among the top players using a data company to give them an edge in contract negotiations. But how does it work?
www.espn.co.uk
A fun announcement! I've joined @espn.com!
To mark it, here's a big feature on players increasingly utilising data in their contract negotiations, with the help of consultancies like @analyticsfc.bsky.social
I spoke to a lot of people in the game in order to bring this one together 🙏
To mark it, here's a big feature on players increasingly utilising data in their contract negotiations, with the help of consultancies like @analyticsfc.bsky.social
I spoke to a lot of people in the game in order to bring this one together 🙏
That cancelled TV show you’ll never stop thinking about.
December 1, 2025 at 12:35 PM
That cancelled TV show you’ll never stop thinking about.
Why is pitta bread often so difficult to open/separate cleanly? Am I missing some kind of core technique?
December 1, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Why is pitta bread often so difficult to open/separate cleanly? Am I missing some kind of core technique?
Nakua, Bowers, Burks.
Some insane catches yesterday!
Some insane catches yesterday!
December 1, 2025 at 8:16 AM
Nakua, Bowers, Burks.
Some insane catches yesterday!
Some insane catches yesterday!
That Caicedo challenge is the sort of thing you typically see when a referee *doesn't* reach for his cards early, as players will feel emboldened by the greater leeway. Taylor booked 4 in 27 minutes, probably trying to stop it boiling over, but it happened anyway. 🤷♂️
November 30, 2025 at 5:28 PM
That Caicedo challenge is the sort of thing you typically see when a referee *doesn't* reach for his cards early, as players will feel emboldened by the greater leeway. Taylor booked 4 in 27 minutes, probably trying to stop it boiling over, but it happened anyway. 🤷♂️
Rice by default today I guess
The degree to which this “Rice or Caicedo?” thing has spread is genuinely a bit annoying. Getting very close to unironically replying “can’t we just enjoy them both”
November 30, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Rice by default today I guess
Some Oscar-worthy stuff in this game so far 👏
November 30, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Some Oscar-worthy stuff in this game so far 👏
3 yellows in 13 minutes 🍿
November 30, 2025 at 4:43 PM
3 yellows in 13 minutes 🍿
The degree to which this “Rice or Caicedo?” thing has spread is genuinely a bit annoying. Getting very close to unironically replying “can’t we just enjoy them both”
November 30, 2025 at 4:22 PM
The degree to which this “Rice or Caicedo?” thing has spread is genuinely a bit annoying. Getting very close to unironically replying “can’t we just enjoy them both”
Zirkzee, that’s an insane finish
November 30, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Zirkzee, that’s an insane finish
That, right there, by Charly Alcaraz - that’s the hardest a ball has ever been hit. I’m certain
November 29, 2025 at 6:43 PM
That, right there, by Charly Alcaraz - that’s the hardest a ball has ever been hit. I’m certain
First 15 minutes of this Sunderland performance = nightmare fuel. Almost exactly what you’d draw up if you were asked for the worst case scenario
November 29, 2025 at 3:19 PM
First 15 minutes of this Sunderland performance = nightmare fuel. Almost exactly what you’d draw up if you were asked for the worst case scenario
18 shots from Villa tonight, but the real story is the shots they didn’t take. Some absolutely perplexing behaviour in front of goal, just refusing to tee off.
Sancho, Guessand, Watkins … shoot!
Sancho, Guessand, Watkins … shoot!
November 27, 2025 at 7:45 PM
18 shots from Villa tonight, but the real story is the shots they didn’t take. Some absolutely perplexing behaviour in front of goal, just refusing to tee off.
Sancho, Guessand, Watkins … shoot!
Sancho, Guessand, Watkins … shoot!
Jadon Sancho’s first 90 minutes for Villa, first since May, and just his fifth 90’ of 2025
November 27, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Jadon Sancho’s first 90 minutes for Villa, first since May, and just his fifth 90’ of 2025
Champions League talking points!
Ft. Pep's rotation, Arsenal's depth, Maresca's smart approach vs Barça, Liverpool's dark tunnel, and the problems plaguing Real Madrid! (@espn.com)
Ft. Pep's rotation, Arsenal's depth, Maresca's smart approach vs Barça, Liverpool's dark tunnel, and the problems plaguing Real Madrid! (@espn.com)
UCL talking points: Pep's tinkering costs City, Arsenal look unstoppable
Statement wins, coaches under pressure and some very bizarre team selections. ESPN's writers break down the best -- and worst -- from Matchday 5 in the UCL.
www.espn.co.uk
November 27, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Champions League talking points!
Ft. Pep's rotation, Arsenal's depth, Maresca's smart approach vs Barça, Liverpool's dark tunnel, and the problems plaguing Real Madrid! (@espn.com)
Ft. Pep's rotation, Arsenal's depth, Maresca's smart approach vs Barça, Liverpool's dark tunnel, and the problems plaguing Real Madrid! (@espn.com)
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NEWS: The Detroit Lions announced that former All-Pro center Frank Ragnow is coming out of retirement to join the team.
November 26, 2025 at 9:26 PM
NEWS: The Detroit Lions announced that former All-Pro center Frank Ragnow is coming out of retirement to join the team.
That Declan Rice delivery was so good it created two chances
November 26, 2025 at 9:20 PM
That Declan Rice delivery was so good it created two chances
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The Lions offensive line just got a lot better, as one the game's greats will return -- Center Frank Ragnow is returning. Sounds like he's in shape and ready to roll sooner, rather than later.
Happy Thanksgiving to the Lions.
Happy Thanksgiving to the Lions.
November 26, 2025 at 8:55 PM
The Lions offensive line just got a lot better, as one the game's greats will return -- Center Frank Ragnow is returning. Sounds like he's in shape and ready to roll sooner, rather than later.
Happy Thanksgiving to the Lions.
Happy Thanksgiving to the Lions.
OH MY
NFL Network reports Frank Ragnow is coming out of retirement.
HELLO
HELLO
November 26, 2025 at 8:49 PM
OH MY
Chelsea are absolutely hammering Barcelona. Enzo Fernández running riot, Reece James strolling a huge game
November 25, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Chelsea are absolutely hammering Barcelona. Enzo Fernández running riot, Reece James strolling a huge game
Gonna be alright
November 25, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Gonna be alright
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Enjoy the NLD? #DidYouNotice how Arsenal completely dismantled the Spurs back five...?
November 24, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Enjoy the NLD? #DidYouNotice how Arsenal completely dismantled the Spurs back five...?