Tifo Football Podcast Are Arsenal in good form? Are Liverpool in bad form & do two good feet matter?
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Oct 30, 2025 
Kaya Kaynak, a data-oriented football analyst, and Mark Carey, a statistical wizard and part of the 'Data Boys,' delve into the complexities of team form and performance metrics. They dissect Arsenal's consistent strength compared to Liverpool's struggles based on statistical insights. The duo breaks down the concept of tempo in football, revealing surprising data on the fastest leagues. They also explore the advantage of two-footed players, discussing tactical benefits and the role of footedness in player effectiveness. A lively mix of analysis and debate awaits!
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Design Systems To Reduce Player Variance
- Managers should design systems that reduce reliance on individual brilliance to limit variance.
- Use controllable elements like set pieces to stabilise outcomes across a season.
Tempo As Rhythm And Pass Speed
- Mark defines tempo as rhythm and energy, measurable by passes per second during sustained possessions.
- High tempo equals many quick passes in a possession; low tempo equals few passes over longer duration.
Possessions Reveal League Frenzy
- League 'freneticness' can be measured by volume of possessions per game; Scottish Premiership had the most this season.
- Premier League possessions fell from ~194 (2018-19) to ~163 this season, indicating slower overall pace.