مرکز منطقه ای اطلاع رساني علوم و فناوري - FOOTBALL OF THE FUTURE THROUGH THE ANALYSIS OF 2014 FIFA WORLD CUP

Abstract :

This study was conducted to interpret the football of the future by analyzing eight teams that qualified for quarter finals in 2014 FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association) World Cup. Research data were obtained from lnstat analysis system together with the international TV channel broadcasting the matches and the official FIFA web site to analyze each of the 51 different items defined by the researchers. Technical parameters such as the distribution of goals scored and conceded according to time frames, ball possession ratios according to the regions, shots taken, shots on target, successful and unsuccessful passes in the matches etc. were analyzed. The data obtained were recorded to SPSS program and interpreted by calculating frequency and percentage values. The champion of 2014 World Cup was Germany, Argentina took the second place and Netherlands had the third place. As a result of the analysis, it was seen that success is not coincidence and the ranking should also be like this. One of the main, most important issues in the championship is the lack of fundamental training of players in terms of individual, group and team tactics.