The DFL (Deutsche Fußball Liga) and Amazon Web Services (AWS) have expanded their analytical repertoire for Bundesliga matches with a new statistic: Shot Speed. Set to premiere on Matchday 10 during the renowned Der Klassiker, this feature adds a dynamic layer to football analytics.
Derived from precise live tracking data, Shot Speed measures the velocity of shots on goal by analyzing the ball’s position at the shot’s initiation. This new metric is not only a measure of player capability but also enhances broadcast narratives, allowing commentators to spotlight the most powerful shots in real-time, specifically those surpassing 100 km/h.
Incorporating AI with DFL’s Data Story Finder, broadcasters can now offer a more enriched viewing experience, highlighting goalkeeper saves against high-speed shots and providing viewers with statistical breakdowns of the fastest shots per match or season.
Enhancing Broadcast Technology with Real-Time Analytics
The DFL’s continuous collaboration with AWS since 2020 has seen the introduction of Bundesliga Match Facts, which are transforming the broadcast industry by providing a deeper analytical look into the game’s dynamics. By analyzing 3.6 million data points per game with AWS’s analytics and machine learning tools, broadcasters can deliver a more nuanced and comprehensive portrayal of each match.
This new Shot Speed statistic joins an extensive list of 15 advanced analytical tools that include Keeper Efficiency, Pressure Handling, and Win Probability. These insights are shaping the narratives around team strategies and player performances, offering the broadcast audience a lens into the intricacies of the sport.
Broadening the Horizons for Broadcast Professionals
The addition of Shot Speed by the DFL and AWS exemplifies the evolving landscape of sports broadcasting. With these advanced metrics, professionals in the industry are equipped to provide a richer storytelling element and an enhanced understanding of game strategies to their audience.
The Shot Speed and other Match Facts are pivotal in offering an immersive and interactive viewing experience, establishing a new standard for sports analytics in broadcasting.
News source: https://www.bundesliga.com/en/bundesliga/news/new-match-fact-aws-shot-speed-stat-25227
