Mamelodi Sundowns are aiming to be the no.1 team on the continent, and in this episode we get some perspective on how they plan to do that from their Assistant Sporting Director Ryan Hunt. The former Stellenbosch FC Head of Technical Analysis gives insight into the club's data driven approach, team's philosophy and how Orlando Pirates and Cape Town City are two teams he thinks will push Sundowns in the PSL. Hunt also explains why passing speed is probably the most vital piece of data he looks at, and how xG can be misleading when analysing players.
Co-hosts: Zayn Nabbi and Courtney Freese
Guest: Ryan Hunt (Sundowns Assistant Sporting Director)
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Show Notes
00:00 - Intro
01:30 - Developing a strategy to be the best in Africa
06:30 - How using data helped Sundowns build their dynasty
08:45 - Head coach Rhulani Mokwena craves data
14:00 - Youth development needs a revolution in SA
17:30 - Breaking down "The Brazilians" style of play
24:30 - Hunt explains why passing speed is vital for determining success
29:45 - South American imports are technically brilliant
33:30 - Orlando Pirates and Cape Town City will push Sundowns
42:00 - Sundowns priority is to win the CAF CL
Duration: 44:35
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