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Learn Soccer Analytics & Football Data Analysis with former Manchester United Scout

Analytics is transforming the global game—and those who master it will shape the future of football.

In just 8 weeks, you’ll gain cutting-edge soccer data analysis skills that top clubs and national teams demand — taught by Dr. Danielle Prescott, the first female scout in Manchester United history and Talent Scout at The FA. Whether your goal is scouting, player development, performance analysis, media, or recruitment, this course gives you the tools and credibility to break into the data-driven side of global football.  100% online, flexible, and career-focused. Train hands-on: Wyscout, StatsBomb, Hudl (InStat) & Impect.

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8-week online course Access to SMWW network Resume enhancement Ongoing career advice Class size limited to 15 students

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Meet Your Mentor: Dr. Danielle Prescott, Former Manchester United Scout

Dr. Danielle Prescott is one of football’s most respected voices in performance analysis and applied data science. She served as the first-ever female scout for Manchester United, holds a PhD in Sport Employability and has helped clubs across the Premier League, WSL, and internationally elevate their game through evidence-based analytics.

Danielle is not just teaching theory—she shares what’s really happening inside elite clubs, the tools they use, and how you can apply the same systems to your own team, department, or career.

What You’ll Learn in our Soccer Analytics Course

This isn’t just a theory course. You’ll get practical, applicable analytics skills used by top clubs today. Each week includes real-world case studies, tools of the trade, and career strategies. Plus, you'll get training on programs like Wyscout, InStat, Impect, and StatsBomb.

8-Week Breakdown:

• Week 1: The Role of Soccer Analytics Today

• Week 2: Introduction to Analytical Tools & Technologies

• Week 3: Individual Player Analysis Using Data

• Week 4: Team Performance Analysis & Tactics

• Week 5: Data-Driven Recruitment & Scouting

• Week 6: Advanced Data Interpretation & Visualizations

• Week 7: Career Strategies & Networking in Analytics

• Week 8: The Future of Soccer Analytics

All course materials, tools, and discussion boards are included in your enrollment.

Live Weekly Zoom Sessions With Manchester United’s First Female Scout

Each week, join live video chats with Dr. Prescott, fellow students, and special guests working in analytics across global football. Can’t attend live? No problem—each session is recorded and available on demand.

These aren’t lectures—they’re career-building conversations and networking opportunities with professionals already in the game.

Where Our Graduates Work

SMWW Soccer Analytics alumni are working in:

• European clubs (Premier League, Bundesliga, La Liga)

• MLS and USL organizations

• Women’s football clubs and federations

• Scouting agencies and recruitment firms

• Performance analysis and video services

• Soccer media and data companies like Wyscout and InStat

You’ll join a global community of SMWW-trained analysts and scouts making an impact in the beautiful game.

Who This Soccer Analytics Course Is For

This course is ideal for:

• Current coaches, analysts, or scouts seeking advanced analytics skills

• Former players or professionals transitioning into data roles

• Football executives and agents looking to use analytics in decision-making

• Recent graduates aiming to stand out in a competitive industry

• Sports tech or media professionals working in football

What Happens After You Graduate?

You’ll receive:

• A certificate signed by Dr. Danielle Prescott and Dr. Lynn Lashbrook

• A personalized resume review to showcase your new skill set

• The opportunity to join SMWWscouts.com, our global scouting directory

• Access to ongoing live chats, career support, and insider job leads

You’ll walk away not just with knowledge—but with momentum and industry credibility.

Ready to Step into the Future of Football?

There’s never been a better time to enter the world of soccer analytics. Whether you want to help your current club succeed or break into a data-driven role, this course will give you the foundation and mentorship to make it happen.

Space is limited—secure your spot today.

Soccer Analytics Career Paths: Clubs, Federations & Data Firms

Soccer analytics is one of the fastest-growing areas of the game, and clubs, federations, and private data firms are hiring analysts at every level. Graduates of this course have gone on to work in player recruitment, opposition analysis, performance analysis, and data science roles with professional clubs, national governing bodies, and leading analytics companies like Wyscout, InStat, and StatsBomb. Whether your goal is to support a first-team coaching staff, work in scouting and recruitment, or contribute to data-driven media and fan engagement, this course gives you the tools and connections to make it happen.

Certification, Career Support & Next Steps

Upon completing the Soccer Analytics course, you’ll earn an SMWW Certificate of Accomplishment and receive a personal reference from course mentors Dr. Lynn Lashbrook and Danielle Prescott — a valuable addition to your resume.

To boost your career prospects, SMWW offers a Resume Redesign Service, helping you market your new skills in analytics to top clubs and hiring managers.

Graduates have multiple career pathways:

• Join the SMWW Scout Network: Showcase your analytics reports on a personal scouting webpage and work with teams as an SMWW-certified Soccer Scout.

• Land a Job in Soccer: SMWW helps tailor your soccer portfolio and connect you with global opportunities through its extensive network of clubs and organizations.

Our mission is to help you launch — and thrive in — your soccer analytics career.

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