{"product_id":"9798868829734","title":"Learn SQL Through Football: Analyze Matches, Players, and Tactics with Real Football Data","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLearn SQL Through Football: Analyze Matches, Players, and Tactics with Real Football Data\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003ch2\u003eTabrizchi, Hamed\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is more than a technical guide to data analysis—it’s a hands-on journey into SQL and football analytics. Designed for students, sports fans, and aspiring data analysts, it teaches SQL for beginners using real football data. Whether you're new to databases or already familiar with data analysis, you'll learn how to query, clean, and structure match statistics, player performance metrics, and tactical insights—all while gaining a deeper appreciation for the Beautiful Game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike generic SQL books, every example in this book is drawn from authentic football datasets, making the learning process practical, engaging, and directly applicable to sports data analysis. Each chapter features scenario-based challenges—“Football Questions”—that connect SQL techniques to real-world football strategies, helping you apply what you learn immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is for anyone who wants to understand both data analysis and football in a new way. You’ll uncover hidden patterns in match outcomes, analyze team tactics, and explore player performance using SQL. By the end, you’ll not only be confident writing SQL queries—you’ll see football through a sharper, data-informed lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’ll Learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand SQL from the ground up using real football data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply SQL commands to analyze match stats, player performance, and tactical decisions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild and structure football databases for efficient analysis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse scenario-based learning to connect technical skills with real-world football strategy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore advanced SQL techniques such as subqueries and window functions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare data for visualization and integrate SQL with broader analytics tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain a deeper, data-informed perspective on the game of football\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho This Book Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents, sports fans, aspiring analysts, and coaches who want to learn SQL and data analysis through real football data. No prior programming experience is required—just curiosity and a passion for the Beautiful Game. Whether you're new to data or looking to sharpen your skills, you'll learn how to analyze match stats, player performance, and team strategy using practical, hands-on examples.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003ePublished by: Apress\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePublication Date: 2026-07-10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eISBN-13: 9798868829734\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDOI: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDimensions: 254cm x178cm\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePages: \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Apress","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50300924723340,"sku":"9798868829734","price":53.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/lateknightbooks.com\/products\/9798868829734","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}