Football Progression Path

Weekly newsletter by Liam Henshaw

Practical Tips to Help You Create Opportunities in Football.

Whether you're an aspiring analyst or scout, struggling to make opportunities in the game, or seeking a career switch into football.

The Football Progression Path is here to guide you.

Every Monday morning, you'll get 1 actionable tip to progress your journey in football.

Previous Issues of Football Progression Path:

How to Transform from a Football Fan to a Professional Scout

Football is a game of opinions, and everyone has one. It's just that some people perfect their ability to inform those opinions, and are employed for giving them. But here's what I think. Anyone can develop their scouting ability to a professional level. It just takes practice, consistency and le...

by Liam Henshaw — Feb 03, 2025 scouting

Why Python Beats R for Analysts

In today’s issue of Football Progression Path I’m going to talk through why you should choose Python over R when it comes to learning a coding language. If I were beginning my journey as an analyst again, I would choose Python over R every time. With the rapid advancement of AI, the landscape of ...

by Liam Henshaw — Jan 27, 2025 analysis

The Three Expected Metrics: Understanding xG, xA, and xT

In today’s issue of Football Progression Path, I’ll explain the differences between three expected metrics commonly used in football. Understanding the nuances of these metrics is crucial for scouts and analysts. Metrics like expected goals (xG), expected assists (xA), and expected threat (xT) ar...

by Liam Henshaw — Jan 20, 2025 analysis

Master the Four Essentials for a Football Career

In today’s issue of Football Progression Path, I’m going to teach you about the four pillars essential for landing opportunities in football recruitment. The world of football is highly competitive, especially in recruitment. Understanding the key elements that lead to opportunities is crucial. T...

by Liam Henshaw — Jan 13, 2025 analysis jobs online portfolio scouting

Your Guide For 2025 Goal Setting

Happy new year to you, welcome to the first Football Progression Path newsletter in 2025. In this week’s newsletter I’ll be teaching you why goal setting is so important, and how you can effectively set goals for the year ahead. Make 2025 the year you achieve your goals. Writing down your goals, ...

by Liam Henshaw — Jan 06, 2025 personal development

Reflect and Celebrate: Why Your 2024 Wins Matter

In today’s issue of Football Progression Path I’m talking about reflections. In the fast-paced world of football and professional life, it's easy to overlook our achievements. Time flies, and we often miss the chance to acknowledge our wins and celebrate our successes. This makes reflection cruci...

by Liam Henshaw — Dec 30, 2024 personal development

Football Job Titles Matter Less Than You Think

In today’s issue of Football Progression Path I’m going to share why job titles in football don’t really matter. Job titles can often be misleading. Whether you're a scout or an analyst, the lines between roles can blur, making it essential to focus on the responsibilities rather than the title i...

by Liam Henshaw — Dec 23, 2024 jobs personal development

My Worst Analysis Experience and How It Changed Me

In this week’s edition of Football Progression Path I’m going to share the 4 changes I’ve made with my approach to analysis since working in the game. When I got my first experience at a club I was naïve. I was presenting to a couple of senior, older scouts who had decades of experience. I was ta...

by Liam Henshaw — Dec 16, 2024 analysis personal development

How to Prepare for a Football Data Analysis Interview

In today’s issue of Football Progression Path I’m going to teach you how to prepare for an interview as a data analyst. Preparing for a football analysis job interview can be daunting, especially for those new to the world of football or applying for their first analysis role. If you are unsure o...

Dec 09, 2024 jobs personal development

Starting in Football Analysis? Here’s What You Need to Know

In this week’s issue of football progression path I am going to share the three essential tips for starting in football analysis. These strategies can significantly enhance your knowledge, expand your network, and increase your opportunities in the football industry. However, people often get stu...

by Liam Henshaw — Dec 02, 2024 analysis

Creating Impactful Data Visualisation for Football

Hey everyone, before we get started with this week's newsletter, I wanted to let you know about my Black Friday offer—35% off all my products. If you're looking to create an online portfolio to develop your skills, improve your knowledge, and create opportunities in football, then check out the O...

Nov 25, 2024 data analysis online portfolio

Decode Football Job Descriptions: Steps to Land Your Dream Role

In today’s issue of Football Progression Path I’m going to teach you how to effectively analyse football job descriptions. Regardless of your experience in the game, it’s easy to see an interesting job title with a club and get excited. This excitement can lead people to quickly skimming through ...

by Liam Henshaw — Nov 18, 2024 jobs

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