A.I. In Football

Ep62: World Cup Window — How to Watch a Tournament Like a Recruitment Department

June 12, 2026·30 min
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Click Here To Learn More About The 'First XI Platform'Join the Free Kickstart ChallengeSummaryIn this episode, Tom Butterfield and David Bromley explore how to watch the World Cup as a recruitment tool, emphasizing the importance of preparation, data analysis, and understanding the limitations of tournament-based scouting.Key TopicsThe impact of visibility and FOMO on player valuationThe importance of upstream preparation and clear briefsLimitations of tournament data for long-term decisionsHow character under pressure reveals true player qualitiesThe role of data and observation in different tournament stagesSample size considerations and when to draw conclusionsThe value of a structured tournament log for recruitment insightsUseful LinksJoin the Free Kickstart ChallengeSupport The Show - Buy David and Tom a bag of peanut M&M's.InstagramYoutube Channel

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