Soccernomics
Why European Men and American Women Win and Billionaire Owners Are Destined to Lose
in:
Sociology
Summary:
The book applies economic and statistical analysis to debunk myths and explore patterns within the world of soccer, examining factors that lead to success in international competitions and the inefficiencies of club spending. It also investigates the reasons behind the dominance of European men's teams and American women's teams, while critiquing the business models of wealthy club owners.
Key points:
1. Wasteful Spending on Players: "Soccernomics" shows soccer clubs often spend too much on players due to overvaluing fame or recent success. It suggests using data to make smarter transfer decisions.
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