Phil Giles

Phil Giles, Director of Football at Brentford FC, shares insights from over a decade of transforming the club into a Premier League contender. He discusses the balance of hard work, humility, and cultural fit in recruitment. Phil emphasizes the importance of character alongside technical skills to foster team dynamics. He reveals his unique methods for honest communication and managing setbacks while maintaining team morale. Listeners will learn about his approach to integrating data analysis with traditional coaching methods, and the traits he values in players.

Phil Giles, Director of Football for Brentford talks about their first season in the Premier League, use of specialist coaches, and reopening their Academy. They discuss the importance of mathematics in football, evaluating team performance, club's innovation with limited resources, decision making based on probabilities, and the financial situation of Brentford football club. They also explore the impact of COVID on spending and capitalizing on player performance.