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Applying the Markov chain theory to analyze the attacking actions between FC Barcelona and Manchester United in the European Champions League final

Several researchers have applied Markov chain methods in sport game analysis. This study analyzed the European Champions League final between Manchester United and FC Barcelona based on a first order Markov chain model. The results describe important passing strategies and tactical connections between certain players from each team.
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Bibliographic Details
Subjects:
Notations:sport games technical and natural sciences
Tagging:Champions League
Published in:International Journal of Sports Science and Engineering
Language:English
Published: 2013
Online Access:http://www.worldacademicunion.com/journal/SSCI/SSCIvol07no02paper02.pdf
Volume:7
Issue:2
Pages:79-86
Document types:article
Level:advanced