FIFA makes performance statistics app available to Qatar 2022 players

September 23 - Qatar World Cup players will have access to their performance stats through an app provided by FIFA.

FIFA collects individual player data during matches and brings it together in the FIFA Player app which was created based on input from FIFPRO and in accordance with the Player Data Rights Charter.

FIFA said a survey found that players are "very interested in their performance data and want easy access to this information".

Data collected includes:

Enhanced Football Data Metrics - calculated from enhanced event data, captured by performance analysts, combined with tracking data. Examples include whether a player made an offer or move to receive, whether their distributing action broke opposition lines, and the pressure they applied to an opponent in possession of the ball. Physical performance metrics - collected through an in-stadium tracking system consisting of multiple cameras located around the pitch for maximum player coverage. Metrics include distance traveled at different speed thresholds, number of actions above 25 km/h, and top speed, all displayed on position heatmaps. Improved football intelligence metrics created by FIFA's Football Performance Analytics and Analytics team through the development of a series of algorithms and models that work live to integrate data from event and tracking. New metrics analytics include phase of play, line break events, receiving locations, and pressure applied to the player in possession of the ball.

This data is synchronized with match footage to allow players to watch in detail all the key moments of their own performance, using different camera angles.

Players will be able to save or share photos to social media, along with their favorite match stats, directly from the app.

Johannes Holzmüller, FIFA Football Technology and Innovation Director, said: "For the first time at a FIFA World Cup, not only the participating teams, but also all players will have the ability to directly access their own performance data and corresponding video clips after each match… and is another great example of how FIFA is using technology to its fullest potential in enhancing the football experience for key actors on the ground.”

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