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We are thrilled to welcome Mes Que Agency to the ScoutDecision platform! Based in the USA, Mes Que Agency specializes in football player representation, intermediation, and scouting. With a commitment to providing exceptional service to their clients, the agency will leverage ScoutDecision as their primary platform for managing their player database, tracking reports, and enhancing their CRM processes for player negotiations. A Word from Elijah Vines, FIFA Licensed Agent and CEO of Mes Que Agency "At Mes Que, we strive to be more than just your typical representation. That's why we have integrated ScoutDecision into our scouting and identifying processes. The platform's comprehensive database and advanced filtering tools allow us to quickly identify and evaluate promising talent globally. We can seamlessly manage player profiles, track performance metrics, and streamline the transfer process. ScoutDecision has truly become an indispensable asset for our agency, enabling us to provide our clients with top-tier representation." We are proud to support Mes Que Agency in their mission to provide unparalleled representation and look forward to seeing how ScoutDecision empowers their operations.

Club Deportivo La Equidad Seguros is embarking on a new chapter with ScoutDecision. Founded in 1982 and based in Bogotá, La Equidad has consistently competed at the highest levels of Colombian football, winning the Copa Colombia in 2008 and frequently participating in international tournaments like the Copa Sudamericana. In early 2025, La Equidad underwent a major transformation with a change in ownership. An American investment group led by Al Tylis and Sam Porter acquired a majority stake in the club. Among the investors are Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, who have already demonstrated their ability to rejuvenate football clubs through their successful ownership of Wrexham A.F.C. The new La Equidad ownership aims to implement a similar vision by reinforcing the club’s foundations and strengthening its competitive edge, both domestically and internationally. ScoutDecision: Powering La Equidad’s Future As part of this strategic overhaul, La Equidad has partnered with ScoutDecision to modernize and optimize its talent development framework. With ScoutDecision, La Equidad’s scouting department will be able to: -Track and evaluate player performance in real-time, using a centralized and structured database. -Create and manage detailed scouting reports, enabling better decision-making in recruitment and player development. -Monitor young talents over time, ensuring a clear development path for future first-team prospects. -Enhance communication and collaboration between scouts, coaches, and management through seamless report sharing and data integration. With a revitalized ownership group and a forward-thinking approach to talent management, La Equidad is set to make significant strides in Colombian and international football. ScoutDecision is proud to play a key role in this evolution, providing the tools and insights necessary for the club’s continued success.

We at ScoutDecision are proud to announce Asociación Atlética Argentinos Juniors as the latest club to join our platform. The Buenos Aires-based club was founded in 1904 and is globally renowned for its excellence in youth development, with Diego Armando Maradona as one of its most notable talents. The Argentinos Juniors Technical Secretariate will work with ScoutDecision to manage its database: reports, player profiles, and scout collaboration, as well as to oversee department tasks and centralize information. The platform will enhance the club’s scouting by defining models and customizing reports according to Argentinos Juniors' playing style. This partnership has been developed in close collaboration with Mauro Adragna, Technical Secretary, and Nico di Pásqua, the club’s Chief Scout, who recognized ScoutDecision as the ideal platform to store all information on observed and developed talents. Together, we will help structure the identification and development of talents at Argentinos Juniors, ensuring the club continues to produce world-class players.

We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with YB International! They will use ScoutDecision as their internal data management tool to organize player profiles, store essential data, and manage ongoing negotiations efficiently. YB International Football Agency, founded by Yaron Baranes, represents top football talent and manages player transfers and negotiations worldwide. With a growing roster, they require a robust system to streamline operations. With more agencies recognizing the need for structured data management, ScoutDecision is becoming the go-to platform for organizing player information and handling negotiations seamlessly. This collaboration marks another step toward revolutionizing football agency operations.

At ScoutDecision, we welcome Francisco Javier Sánchez, a scout with a solid track record in identifying and developing players, who has chosen our platform to structure and optimise his methodology. With ScoutDecision, Javi manages his database and produces detailed reports on players and matches with a versatile tool that adapts to his working approach, facilitating more accurate and efficient analysis. Javi shared his opinion of the platform: ‘ScoutDecision offers me an innovative and personalised solution that allows me to increase the depth and quality of my analysis with a structured and efficient method.’ This collaboration underlines ScoutDecision's versatility to serve both individual professionals and large clubs looking to optimise their scouting process and efficient workflow.

CA Colegiales, a club with a rich history in Argentine football, is taking a significant step forward in player development through a new partnership with ScoutDecision. Founded in 1908, Colegiales has long been known for its commitment to nurturing young talent, helping players rise through the ranks and make an impact in professional football, recently achieving the Second Division of Argentine Football: Primera Nacional. Through this partnership, Colegiales will integrate ScoutDecision into their academy operations, revolutionizing the way they analyze and track player development. Academy scouts will be able to write detailed reports, maintain an up-to-date database of all observed players, and monitor their progress through different age categories. This structured approach will provide invaluable insights, enabling more informed decisions regarding player growth, first-team promotion, and potential market valuation. Nico di Pasqua, Academy Director at Colegiales, emphasized the importance of this partnership, stating: "Knowing the platform’s features and its versatility in generating different types of reports and conducting detailed player tracking, I recommended ScoutDecision to compile the entire sporting history of Colegiales’ youth players into a single management application." With this strategic move, Colegiales is positioning itself at the forefront of modern player development, ensuring its young talents receive the best possible support on their path to professional football. ScoutDecision is proud to be part of this journey, providing the tools needed to shape the next generation of footballers.

Founded in 2022 in Minas Gerais, Brazil, Itabirito FC is a rising club in Brazilian football. It continues to invest in its growth, being recognized for its commitment to excellence and talent development. Now, the club takes an important step by partnering with ScoutDecision. This collaboration will optimize the processes of scouting, evaluation, and performance monitoring of players. The agreement between Itabirito FC and ScoutDecision represents a milestone in improving player analysis and development. The ScoutDecision platform will be used by the club to centralize its player database, generate detailed scouting reports, and maintain updated records of player performance. With performance indicators tailored to Itabirito’s philosophy, the team will be able to make the analysis process more efficient and strategic. Michel Horn, Chief Analyst of Itabirito FC, commented on the partnership: "In the daily routine of an analysis department, time is a very valuable resource. ScoutDecision will help us organize reports, evaluations, and map the athlete database, saving time in searching for information, analysis, and decision-making." With this partnership, Itabirito FC strengthens its commitment to professionalizing its scouting and analysis department, ensuring a more structured and efficient model for player development.

We are thrilled to announce that ScoutDecision has partnered with CF Estrela da Amadora, a proud club of the Portuguese Premier League. This partnership marks a step forward in Estrela da Amadora’s commitment to innovation in their newly formed scouting department. Through this collaboration, ScoutDecision will serve as the backbone of the club’s scouting operations, providing a platform to streamline processes such as managing the player database, organizing reports, and coordinating daily scouting tasks. Martim Prates, the Head of Scouting at CF Estrela da Amadora, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership:  "We started using ScoutDecision in the department to organize our player database, reports, and coordinate the tasks of my scouts. The platform offers the customization and support that I haven't found in any other platform." At ScoutDecision, we are honored to be part of this journey and look forward to supporting CF Estrela da Amadora in achieving their goals and long-term success.

We are thrilled to announce a new partnership between Agency Noble and ScoutDecision. Based in Catalonia, Spain, Agency Noble is committed to the growth and development of young football talents, providing players with representation, talent and performance development, as well as career management and guidance services to support them from academy level to the professional stage. By selecting ScoutDecision as their internal management tool, Agency Noble will have access to advanced features for managing player profiles, information, and reports, along with ScoutDecision’s Connect tool, enabling seamless communication with other agents and clubs worldwide. At ScoutDecision, we are proud to support Agency Noble’s mission to promote young talent in Catalonia and to create more opportunities for players in the region to connect and grow. We thank Albert Frigola and Alex Redondo for their trust and look forward to making a difference together. More about Agency Noble’s activity at https://agencynoble.es/

We’re excited to announce a new partnership at ScoutDecision. CANY Sports Group, an American football representation agency known for discovering and promoting young football talent, has chosen ScoutDecision as its go-to platform for managing player profiles, optimizing scouting, and building impactful connections across the industry. Why CANY Sports Group Chose ScoutDecision CANY Sports Group’s focus on guiding emerging players to the world’s top clubs requires robust tools for analyzing scouting reports, and efficiently managing their network. With a reputation for dedication to its athletes and a commitment to excellence, CANY Sports Group found a perfect fit in ScoutDecision. The agency’s leadership shared their thoughts on the new partnership: "ScoutDecision is a user-friendly and engaging application for managing all the tracking and analysis information of footballers. It also allows for contact management and scheduling, making it an essential tool for working on the scouting process for a company like CANY Sports Group." By leveraging ScoutDecision, CANY Sports Group can centralize all player data, generate detailed scouting reports, and maintain seamless communication channels with other agents and key industry stakeholders. This partnership provides them with the tools needed to make strategic, data-backed decisions. Meet the Team Behind CANY Sports Group Carlos David Garcia & Pablo Alejandro Salas - Licensed FIFA Agents with a passion for identifying and nurturing young talent. Nicolas Di Pasqua - Coordinator and Scouting Advisor, who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the agency’s scouting initiatives. Together, the CANY Sports Group team represents a dynamic blend of expertise and vision, committed to advancing young players' careers and making an impact in the football industry. What’s Next? At ScoutDecision, we’re thrilled to support CANY Sports Group. By combining our platform’s powerful tools with CANY Sports Group’s expertise, this partnership will foster greater insights, smoother management, and a shared commitment to advancing young talent. Welcome, CANY Sports Group—we’re excited to be a part of your journey! You can follow their work and stay updated on their progress by visiting their website.

ScoutDecision is honored to announce its most recent partnership with Maccabi Petah-Tikva. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for ScoutDecision as we work together to enhance the club’s scouting processes and player development strategies. Maccabi Petah-Tikva, founded in 1913, boasts a rich history in Israeli football, known for its commitment to excellence and a strong tradition of nurturing homegrown talent. With numerous league titles to their name, the club continues to be a cornerstone of the sport. The partnership will see Maccabi Petah-Tikva utilizing our platform as a central hub for all scouting operations: from tracking games and monitoring player performances to squad planning and maintaining comprehensive player profiles. Yarin Lugassi, Head of Scouting, shared his enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “ScoutDecision helps us create a pool of players and watch their growth throughout their career. It is a very comfortable platform to write reports and ensures our analysis process is thorough. It enables us to see what each one of our scouts thinks about players and give grades.” This partnership will empower Maccabi Petah-Tikva’s scouting team to work collaboratively, leading to more informed decision-making when it comes to identifying and developing talent. ScoutDecision will count on the club to help improve the platform and will customize it to the club's internal processes. ScoutDecision expresses heartfelt gratitude for the's club confidence. Together, we look forward to shaping the future of scouting and player development, paving the way for continued excellence in football.

ScoutDecision is proud to announce the latest partnership with Serrano FC. The club was founded in 1915 in the city of Petrópolis, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and is known as "Azulão." The club has a player development project starting from the youth academy, which aims to implement advanced methodologies in management and performance data analysis for athletes. These methodologies allow the tracking of athletes' progress over time and their valuation as football players, helping them achieve their full potential. Serrano will use ScoutDecision to manage its youth academy athlete database, performance evaluations, and analysis, making data access easier for the club's staff. You can find more information about the club's project at Serrano FC

We are excited to announce our latest partnership with ProMetrics.Club, an emerging company in the sports analysis and consulting scene, launched in February 2024, in Curitiba, Brazil. ProMetrics.Club brings an innovative approach to video analysis, performance, tactics, market, and data science, utilizing generative artificial intelligence to process and analyze large volumes of information. The company's mission is to provide consulting support to football clubs, assisting in decision-making and seamlessly integrating with existing departments. ProMetrics.Club will utilize the database, reporting, and internal information management functionalities of our platform. With ScoutDecision, ProMetrics.Club will expand its capabilities, offering partner clubs a powerful combination of advanced technology and consulting expertise. Together, our platforms aim to better organize scouting operations, improve communication efficiency, and accelerate decision-making, especially during transfer windows. You can find more info about ProMetrics.Club here: Website ProMetrics.Club

ScoutDecision is honored to announce our most recent partner Foz Do Iguaçu FC. The brazilian club was born in the state of Paraná in 1996. More recently, a new group of shareholders led by the former central defender and 2002 World Champion with the Brazil National Team Edmilson Moraes in an attempt to bring the club closer to their supporters and implement the latest football management models. ScoutDecision will support all the club's teams from Academy level to the professional side and serve as the management platform for training, wellness, performance analysis and scouting integrating all the club's structure and fostering player development from academy level to pro-level. We want to thank the club coordinator Adriano Souza and the CEO Mazinho Patrão for their confidence and look forward to bring their vision to life.

ScoutDecision signed an agreement with Rotherham United F.C., one of the oldest and historic clubs in the English Football League. This partnership was established with the club's Scouting Department and includes a close collaboration with Robert Scott, Director of Football Recruitment, and the club's recruitment team, Warren Spalding and Lewis Scott. ScoutDecision will be the club's tool for organizing information, reporting of several kinds, and planning player recruitment efforts. This will allow for faster communication and efficient decision-making in the fast-paced environment of transfer windows. Rotherham United FC also known as The Millers was established in 1925 and is a common presence in the EFL Championship and EFL League One. They play home games in The New York Stadium and have an exciting project for the years to come. ScoutDecision is honored to support The Millers as they strive to streamline their scouting and recruitment efforts.

Liverpool FC caught a lot of attention recently for advertising a job vacancy for a Set Piece Coach on LinkedIn. Last season, they scored 15 goals from set pieces, coming in 5th in the Premier League. Although 5th place is respectable, Liverpool wanted a change and turned to traditional job postings to find new talent. More and more teams are adopting this approach, which presents opportunities for professionals in the sports industry and a wider range of applicants from other industries looking for a career switch to football. Here are a few tips for people looking to make a career move to a full-time role in football. 1. Tailor Your CV in Terms of Sports Your CV is your first impression, so make sure it reflects your passion and experience in sports. Highlight any relevant activities, achievements, or roles that demonstrate your skills and interest in football. Avoid unprofessional photos, confusing designs, and a lack of a clear career plan. Your CV should tell a story of your journey and your aspirations in the football industry. 2. Make Contact with Recruiters in the Industry Networking is crucial in any industry, and football is no different. Use platforms like LinkedIn and Xing to connect with recruiters and industry professionals. For more specialized job opportunities, visit websites like FutbolJobs, Jobs4Football, Jobs In Football, and Football Careers. Building relationships can open doors to opportunities you might not find through traditional job searches. 3. Focus on New Roles Rising in the Sport The football industry is evolving, and new roles are emerging, particularly in IT and data analysis. These positions are becoming increasingly important for teams looking to gain a competitive edge. If you have expertise in IT, data science, or analytics, you might find that your skills are in high demand. 4. Be Ready for Temporary Job Downgrades and Volunteer Roles Breaking into a new industry can be challenging, and you might need to start with temporary or lower-level positions. Volunteering or taking on internships can provide valuable experience and help you build a network within the industry. Be patient and persistent, as these roles can be stepping stones to more permanent and higher-level positions. 5. There is Never a Perfect Candidate for a Job Many applicants hesitate to apply for roles unless they meet 100% of the requirements. However, employers often look for candidates who fulfill 80-90% of the criteria and have the potential to grow into the role. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t check every box—if you believe you can add value to the team, go ahead and apply. Conclusion Transitioning to a full-time role in football requires a strategic approach and a willingness to adapt. By tailoring your CV, networking with industry professionals, focusing on emerging roles, being open to temporary or volunteer positions, and understanding that perfection isn't required, you can increase your chances of breaking into this exciting field. Keep your passion for the game alive, and stay dedicated to your career goals.

At ScoutDecision, we have contacted with many scouts: we know know the difficulties of earning a living by identifying talent. Identifying and selecting football talent is not an easy job. It's a complex process that's crucial for the success of both clubs and national teams but most of the time it is treated like a cost and not an investment. In today’s world, being a football scout involves a mix of keen perception, advanced technology, and a whole lot of travel. But after all, what do scouts do? Why should we value their work? Let's dive into it: What is Talent? When scouts talk about talent, they’re not just looking at how fast someone can run or how many goals they’ve scored. Talent is a blend of genetics, physical and cognitive skills, social abilities, motivation, and creativity. Scouts assess these attributes to determine if a young player has what it takes to make it big. They look for a combination of traits that can include a player’s height, weight, speed, agility, playing intelligence, and mental strength but also social skills and family background. What is a Scouting Process? Scouts spend countless hours watching games, analyzing performance, and writing detailed reports. They look at everything from a player's physical attributes and technical skills to their decision-making abilities and mental resilience. Good scout need to be great communicators: to express their opinions in football terms, super organized: to work in a fast-moving football organization and able to use advanced software. The job often requires flexible hours and a lot of travel. It's not just about what you see on the pitch; it’s about piecing together a complete picture of a player’s potential. What are the characteristics of a Scout? A well-organized and efficient scouting department means significant financial returns for every football club or agency. Scouting is challenging, demanding, and intensive. The life of a scout involves many working hours, travels, observing several games a day, and organizing meetings with parents and agents to make offers for trials with covered transportation costs. Modern scouting includes submitting various reports. Despite technological advancements, scouting remains an instinct-driven activity, where the foundations of talent identification lie in patience, perseverance, and the ability to identify potential elite athletes based on comprehensive evaluations. What are the main challenges of a scout? Biases can creep in based on a player’s background. For instance, there's a tendency to generalize players from certain regions, with South American players often seen as more technically gifted compared to those from Scandinavia or Southeast Europe. While some of these generalizations are true (statistically speaking), they can lead to biases that overlook talented individuals from less recognized regions. Economic conditions also play a significant role. Wealthier clubs have the luxury of targeting prominent countries known for producing top talent, whereas smaller clubs often need to focus on less attractive regions due to smaller budgets. What tools do scouts use? Technology has revolutionized scouting. Modern scouts use sophisticated software to evaluate everything from a player’s physical condition to their tactical overview. Program have sped up the data collection process, allowing scouts to gather and analyze vast amounts of information quickly. Advanced software systems help in data collection from various sources and the implementation of mathematical models to predict success or failure. This often requires professional knowledge to handle these systems effectively. Software packages can provide valuable insights, but the human element—intuition, experience, and judgment remains irreplaceable. Conclusion Being a football scout today is a unique blend of art and science. It requires a deep understanding of the game, the ability to analyze data, and the intuition to spot talent that others might overlook. Despite the advancements in technology, scouting is still about the instinct and experience of the scout. It’s about seeing something special in a player that the data might not fully capture - it takes patience, persistence and attention to detail. You don't want to look at stats only but you don't want to lose any information you register.

As an agent, you deal with dozens and dozens of athletes. This amount of information can be overwhelming and relying solely on memory can be challenging when working in the fast-paced environment of football. Independently of where you are in your career, your player database is your secret sauce, it's the reason you stay ahead of the competition and why players and clubs choose to work with you. Here are some of the reasons why a player database is essential for a top football agent. Talent ID: You watch players, you write down how good these players are, how you see yourself working with them and recognize their qualities. You need a place to store all this information: videos, notes, player's bio details and expectations about salary and market value. Excel and Word are accessible tools, good to start with but: do you want to be working with hundreds of documents scattered around your PC? How will you find these during a meeting or when you are travelling? You need a database tailored to what football agents need. Network and Relationships: The sooner you establish a relationship with a player, the longer they will trust you with their careers, even before they achieve success. You want to discover players before everyone else. A dedicated database allows you keep track of players progress, following them up close and building a solid source of information and the foundation for long-lasting, sucessful partnerships. Strategic Planning: Some of your players have dreams of becoming world stars, others prioritize being close to their families and others don't mind travelling half way across the World to get minutes on the pitch. A database to manage your players builds up a lot of information, data, videos over the years. Merge your knowledge of the player and their ambitions, design a career plan for them and advise them on what's best for them. A dedicated platform allows you to gather the knowledge to best help your players find themselves and guide their career. Club Requests: You are good at networking, you have a wide network of sports directors and clubs who trust you to supply them with players. They send you requests with specific requirements. Maybe they need a young tall center-back to add depth in defence or they need a budget experienced center-forward who can finish from close range. Club requests change a lot and are numerous during the transfer window. You don't have time to waste looking for the information: manually looking on your notes or going through Excel sheets. You will take too long, you will lose the deal. You need a database complete with filters adapted to how clubs operate, so you can find reports and profiles on the spot and send them immediately to clubs. All these reasons are why we created ScoutDecision. If you'd like to try a software that can make your life easier, that is the base for a successful agent career, go to: Platform for Agents

We are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership between ScoutDecision and CSE Players, one of Brazil's leading women's football agencies! This collaboration marks a significant step forward in the intersection of technology and women's football, as we join forces to revolutionize player management and monitoring processes. As part of this partnership, CSE Players will leverage ScoutDecision's cutting-edge platform as their primary database for monitored athletes, generating insightful reports, dynamic dashboards, and streamlining the management of athletes in their portfolio. We extend a special thanks to André Alves for his collaboration on this exciting journey! Together, we are committed to empowering women in football and driving innovation within the sport. Stay tuned for more updates as we embark on this thrilling journey together!

England: after securing the 4th place in the last edition of the World Cup, England has serious hopes of improving that result. After being the indisputable best team from group B and with one of the best goal averages until now, they will now try to beat Senegal in the first encounter between the two teams. Senegal: they arrived in fine form at this competition after winning the Africa Cup of Nations last year. Even without their main star, Sadio Mané, Senegal secured a spot in the next round after beating Equador in a very tight match and will try to equal their best performance ever of 2002. Analysis in Charts Here are some figures regarding key components of both teams' showings during the group stages. 📑