The best football scouting resources

1. Total Football Analysis
   Total Football Analysis (TFA) offers a wide range of content, including match analysis, player profiles, and recruitment insights. With a free version and a premium monthly magazine, TFA helps scouts stay informed on tactical trends, player developments, and detailed analysis of teams worldwide.
2. Scouted Notebook
   Focused on youth football talent, Scouted Notebook consistently delivers high-quality reports and analysis on the next generation of football stars. Their annual SCOUTED50 list is valuable for identifying young talents poised for breakout seasons. A subscription is required for complete access, but it’s worth it for scouts serious about youth football.
3. Spielverlagerung
   Spielverlagerung is one of the best tactical analysis blogs on the web. Created initially in German, it is now available in English. The site offers in-depth articles on football tactics, game analysis, and a glossary of critical tactical terms. It is an excellent tool for scouts and analysts looking to deepen their tactical knowledge.
4. Breaking the Lines
   Known for its beautifully designed content and insightful football analysis, Breaking the Lines covers tactical breakdowns, player profiles, and various aspects of the beautiful game. Their detailed articles and match reports make this a valuable resource for scouts looking to refine their tactical awareness.
5. Scouted Football
   Scouted Football is a premier platform for scouting young, emerging talents from around the globe. They provide comprehensive reports on players’ skill sets, backgrounds, and potential trajectories, offering insights beyond the obvious choices and highlighting hidden gems in world football.
6. The Coaches’ Voice
   The Coaches’ Voice is a platform where top coaches share their strategies, thoughts, and experiences. Their scout reports are precious for those wanting to understand player development from a coach’s perspective. The platform’s unique insight into well-known players and clubs can benefit scouts seeking a broader understanding of how football professionals view the game.
7. Football Talent Scout
   Jacek Kulig founded Football Talent Scout, which features an extensive database of young and emerging players. Focusing on lesser-known talents, Kulig’s engaging articles provide detailed insights into rising football stars worldwide. His social media community also helps connect scouts globally who share an interest in youth football.
8. Shogun Soccer
   Shogun Soccer is the best English resource for those interested in the Japanese football scene. Covering the J.League and national team, this blog offers tactical analysis and scouting reports on the top Japanese talents. Written by data scientist Ryo Nakagawara, Shogun Soccer combines data visualizations with sharp analysis, making it an exciting resource for scouts.
9. Target Scouting
   Target Scouting was founded during the 2020 lockdown and provides detailed match reports and player profiles. Known for its “Scouting for…” series, the site identifies players that clubs should target for specific needs. Its data-backed insights and video analysis make it a trusted player recruitment and scouting resource.
10. Liam Henshaw
    A football scout and analyst at Heart of Midlothian FC, Liam Henshaw shares free tools, such as his Notion Scouting Template, to help aspiring scouts build their knowledge. His deep dive into Nottingham Forest’s recruitment strategy and the resources he offers make him a valuable source of practical scouting information.
11. Chris Gill
    Alongside his blog, Chris Gill hosts an engaging podcast series, which can also be found on YouTube. In it, he interviews football scouts, analysts, and coaches. His podcast is packed with insights from professionals across various roles in the football industry, making it a fantastic resource for anyone wanting to break into or progress in football scouting.
12. The Analyst (Opta)
    Opta’s The Analyst is an excellent resource for data-driven storytelling in football. It offers insightful statistics, predictions, and in-depth analyses, combining data with engaging articles to give readers a comprehensive understanding of player and team performance. This platform is for scouts who appreciate objective insights and advanced analytics.

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