‘It’s a lonely job’: Neil Warnock on management, Guardiola and his ire for Ferguson
Neil Warnock, a veteran football manager, reflects on his 45-year career in the industry. He discusses how the game has evolved, particularly with the increasing reliance on data analytics. Warnock recounts an incident when he wanted to sign a center-back for Crystal Palace, but the club's chairman, Steve Parish, decided against it based on the recommendations of the data team, who deemed the player not quick enough. Warnock argues that the data analysis was flawed, as the player's true pace was not evident in the Scottish league. The article highlights Warnock's extensive experience in management and his perspective on the changing landscape of football, where data-driven decision-making is becoming more prevalent.
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