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Scott Martin

Scott's a senior analyst for TFA, USSF B license holder, and men's assistant coach for Pfeiffer University.

He has consulted national, professional, and university teams and is the author of "Revitalizing Real Madrid - The Tactics and Stats behind Zinedine Zidane's Success" and "The Soccer Parenting Handbook."

Visit https://scottmartinmedia.com/ for Scott's books.

Data Analysis
Evaluating Top 2023 NCAA D1 Women’s Soccer Sides – Data Analysis
Two weeks ago, we released a data analysis on NCAA D1 men’s soccer. This week, NCAA D1 women’s soccer takes the mantle.…
August 17, 2024
Data Analysis
Evaluating Top 2023 NCAA D1 Men’s Soccer Sides – Data Analysis
The NCAA Men’s Soccer 2023 season is in the books, with Clemson winning a second national championship in three years. With a…
August 6, 2024
Bobby Smyrniotis: Hamilton Forge FC
Bobby Smyrniotis’ reign at Forge FC is the stuff of legend. The Canadian Premier League has existed for five years, and Forge…
December 23, 2023
Analysis
Using xGold to identify Real Madrid’s David Alaba replacement – data analysis
When Real Madrid raised the Champions League trophy back in 2021/22, Éder Militão, David Alaba and the infamous white chair were at…
December 26, 2023
Analysis
How To Effectively Scout Your Opposition & Write A Scout Report
Depending on your sources, you’ve likely heard that football is 50% luck. Others, most often former players or coaches, will offer a…
August 11, 2025
Winless to CCAA Finalists: The fascinating 180° of Conestoga College
From also-rans to provincial champions in just three years, Conestoga College has taken the CCAA by storm. At the heart of the…
November 28, 2023
AFC Bournemouth
Kaoru Mitoma & Takefusa Kubo Scout Report: The Art Of 1v1 Attacking – Tactical Theory
The efficiency and intelligence of the modern game is quite astounding. Positional play has produced extraordinary levels of synchronicity within teams. For…
April 17, 2026
Coaches Corner: Training effective defensive transitions
As much fun as it is to watch possession-dominant teams pick their opponents apart, one of the most impressive and educational elements…
October 31, 2023
Analysis
Beyond Bellingham: How Ancelotti’s adjustments turned El Clásico in Real Madrid’s favour – tactical analysis
El Clásico never disappoints. An early goal from İlkay Gündoğan and a strong first-half performance from Barcelona gave the hosts and their…
October 31, 2023
Creighton University: An inside look at NCAA Men’s Soccer’s most data-driven team
“The math should matter.” A brief quote taken from The Athletic’s interview of Los Angeles Chargers coach, Brandon Staley, struck Ian Sarachan…
September 29, 2023
Antoine Griezmann
Carlos Martín Scouting Report 2023/24: Why Atlético Madrid’s Loaned Out Starlet Could Be A Griezmann Heir
Who Is Carlos Martín? Carlos Martín is off to a scintillating start for Mirandés. A loanee from Atlético Madrid, the 21-year-old leads…
September 21, 2024
Álvaro Morata
Diego Simeone Tactics At Atlético Madrid 2023/2024: Why The Revamped Side Are La Liga’s Top Scorers
Famed for his defensive tactics, Diego Simeone and his Atlético Madrid side have only conceded once this season. More impressively, they’re top…
February 10, 2025
Analysis
Viktor Gyökeres Scouting Report At Sporting CP 2023/2024: Sporting’s Silver Ball Contender – Player Analysis
Who Is Viktor Gyökeres? Negotiations between Coventry City and Sporting CP seemed to slow down this summer, but early performances suggest Viktor…
July 7, 2025
Carlo Ancelotti
La Liga 2023/24: How Jude Bellingham Continues To Shine In Real Madrid’s Diamond Midfield – Tactical Analysis
Jude Bellingham, the €100 million man, is off to a sensational start with Real Madrid. The former Borussia Dortmund star scored in…
May 8, 2025
Data Analysis
Picking and detailing our 2023 NCAA D1 Preseason Team to Watch – data analysis
NCAA soccer teams are back on campus and preparing for their season. As preseason is underway, we’ll shift our attention to the…
August 7, 2023
2023/24 Premier League Tactical Preview: Newcastle
Eddie Howe’s work was nothing short of a master class. The Englishman took over a faltering Newcastle side in November of 2021,…
August 1, 2023
Data Analysis
Guiding NCAA coaches on using data in performance and opposition analysis – data analysis
Speaking with fellow college coaches at showcases and ID camps, data analytics is still in its infancy in America’s college soccer scene.…
July 24, 2023
Analysis
NCAA Men’s Soccer Data Analysis & Scout Report 2022/23
The USA’s NCAA college soccer scene is a world unto its own. Arguably the highest level of amateur football in the world,…
August 6, 2024
FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 – Portugal
Francisco Neto has his team primed for their first appearance at the World Cup. A Selecção das Quinas are not only a…
June 29, 2023
Ben Pirmann
Charleston Battery: Challenging for the league with a negative goal differential – tactical analysis
Not many teams can claim the honour of holding first place in their league with a negative goal differential. Up until their…
June 26, 2023
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