A.I. In Football

AI in Football: Recruitment Decisions, Done Properly is a practical podcast about how football clubs make better recruitment decisions in an AI world — without the hype. We don’t chase novelty tools. We focus on the thinking and structure that makes any tool useful: clear role briefs, behaviours over labels, constraints and trade-offs, repeatable shortlisting, and decision review that actually improves the process. Each episode gives you something you can use: - Role Definition Templates (behaviour-based, not position labels) - Question sets that lead to better shortlists - Meeting Structures that stop recruitment becoming a persuasion contest - Simple Ways to Stress-Test Decisions (“what would make this wrong?”) - How AI Fits Safely: drafting, checking, standardising outputs — never replacing judgement If you work in recruitment, scouting, analysis, coaching, or you’re aiming to, this show is for you. Clarity First. Tools Second.

A.I. In Football is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 173 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts A.I. In Football, a education show with 173 episodes published.

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  Episode #70

  Ep69: The Shop Window: What the World Cup’s Famous Transfer Stories Don’t Tell You!

  Aug 6, 202630 min

  Click Here To Learn More About The 'First XI Platform' Join the Free Kickstart Challenge Players Who Turned World Cup Performances Into Big Transfers Summary In this episode, Tom Butterfield and David Bromley analyse the impact of World Cup performances on player transfers, exploring survivorship bias and the importance of comprehensive evidence in scouting decisions. Key Topics Impact of World Cup performances on transfers Survivorship bias in football Importance of comprehensive evidence in scouting Case studies of Gilberto Silva, Mesut Ozil, James Rodriguez, Vozinha, Cleberson Risks of over-relying on tournament success Useful Links Join the Free Kickstart Challenge Support The Show - Buy David and Tom a bag of peanut M&M's. Instagram Youtube Channel

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  Episode #68

  Bonus Episode: David and Tom Discuss Mentality and Psychological Shifts from the Argentina v England Semi Final

  Jul 19, 202622 min

  Click Here To Learn More About The 'First XI Platform' Join the Free Kickstart Challenge This was only supposed to be a two or three minute catch up before we started the recording for episode 67......However, we got pretty deep into some of the psychological reasons why England may have decided to change their approach after scoring against Argentina. Was it England choosing to hold on to their lead? Was it Argentina going through the gears? Was it all down to the technical and tactical brilliance of Leo Messi? Was it a combination of them all plus factors that we'll never know about? It was an interesting tangent and might be worth a listen. Here's to all of you listeners, we hope you enjoyed the World Cup, and we look forward to bringing you more episodes for the 2026/27 season. Useful Links Join the Free Kickstart Challenge Support The Show - Buy David and Tom a bag of peanut M&M's. Instagram Youtube Channel

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  Episode #67

  Ep67: The Verdict - Is Recruiting from a World Cup a Mugs Game?

  Jul 19, 202643 min

  Click Here To Learn More About The 'First XI Platform' Join the Free Kickstart Challenge Summary In this episode, Tom Butterfield and David Bromley analyse the tactical and psychological aspects of World Cup matches, focusing on team strategies, player performances, and recruitment insights. They explore how data and human intuition intersect in high-pressure scenarios, offering valuable lessons for scouts and coaches. Key Topics Team tactical adjustments during matches Psychological resilience of players Data-driven recruitment vs intuition Collective defensive systems in football Impact of substitutions on game outcomes Player character and pressure handling Use of AI in scouting and analysis Case studies from recent World Cup matches Useful Links Join the Free Kickstart Challenge Support The Show - Buy David and Tom a bag of peanut M&M's. Instagram Youtube Channel

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  Episode #66

  Ep66: Into the Semi-Finals — England, the Market, and What the Tournament Has Actually Produced

  Jul 15, 202655 min

  Click Here To Learn More About The 'First XI Platform' Join the Free Kickstart Challenge Summary In this episode, Tom Butterfield and David Bromley analyze the recent World Cup matches, tactical decisions, and their implications for football recruitment and data analysis. They explore key moments, referee decisions, player performances, and the role of AI in scouting. Key Topics Impact of referee decisions and VAR on match outcomes Player performance analysis and underrated talents The influence of tactical substitutions in knockout stages The use of AI and data tools in scouting and recruitment The importance of context in interpreting football data Useful Links Join the Free Kickstart Challenge Support The Show - Buy David and Tom a bag of peanut M&M's. Instagram Youtube Channel

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  Episode #65

  Ep65: The Night at the Azteca — What England vs Mexico Told Us

  Jul 7, 202651 min

  Click Here To Learn More About The 'First XI Platform' Join the Free Kickstart Challenge Summary Join us as we analyse the recent World Cup matches, focusing on tactical decisions, VAR controversies, and the resilience of teams under pressure. This episode offers insights into how data and character signals reveal the true story behind the game. Key Topics VAR controversies and decision-making in football The importance of character and resilience in knockout games Data and expected goals (Xg) in analysing match outcomes Tactical adjustments and substitutions under pressure Impact of environmental factors like altitude on team performance The significance of collective team mentality in high-stakes matches Analysis of individual player performances in critical moments Upsets and surprises in recent World Cup history The role of data tools versus human judgment in sports analysis Useful Links Join the Free Kickstart Challenge Support The Show - Buy David and Tom a bag of peanut M&M's. Instagram Youtube Channel

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