First Team Opposition Analyst

Sheffield United FC are seeking an experienced First Team Opposition Analyst to join their senior performance analysis department. Working closely with the Head of Analysis and First Team coaching staff, you'll lead the delivery of high-quality opposition analysis, providing detailed tactical insights that support match preparation, player development and performance on the pitch. This is an excellent opportunity to work within an elite first-team environment, contributing to decision-making through cutting-edge analysis and data-driven insight. As First Team Opposition Analyst, you'll take the lead on opposition analysis, producing detailed tactical reports and presentations tailored to the coaching staff, units and individual players. You'll combine video analysis, statistical insight and interactive reporting to support game planning, while contributing to long-term analytical projects and helping drive innovation across the department. The role also involves travelling to home, away and opposition fixtures as required. • Lead the analysis of upcoming opponents, delivering detailed tactical reports to coaches and players. • Tailor feedback to team, unit and individual requirements. • Support match preparation through objective, evidence-based insights. • Interpret performance data and produce statistical, visual and interactive reports. • Maintain analytical databases aligned with the club's playing philosophy. • Contribute to longitudinal projects exploring tactical trends across competitions. • Deliver additional analytical projects as required by the coaching staff. • Stay up to date with developments in performance analysis technologies and methodologies. • Share best practice and innovative approaches across the analysis department. • Travel to home, away and opposition matches to support analysis delivery. Applicants should demonstrate: • BSc in Sport Performance Analysis, Sports Science or a related discipline. • Experience working in performance analysis within an elite football environment. • Strong tactical understanding with the ability to analyse both team and opposition playing styles. • Excellent working knowledge of coding and telestration software, including Hudl Sportscode or Angles. • Outstanding communication and presentation skills. • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. • Professionalism when working with players and coaching staff. • A proactive approach to continuous professional development. • MSc in Sport Performance Analysis, Sports Science or a related discipline. • Previous experience delivering opposition analysis within a First Team environment. • Experience using analytical platforms such as Tableau, Wyscout and Opta. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role within an ambitious First Team performance department, working alongside experienced coaches and analysts to deliver elite-level opposition analysis that directly influences match preparation and performance. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to innovative analytical projects and help shape best practice across the club. Sheffield United FC is committed to creating a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone. The successful candidate will be expected to uphold the club's safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion policies, complete all mandatory training, and contribute positively to a culture of respect, professionalism and continuous improvement. If you're an experienced football analyst with a passion for opposition analysis, tactical insight and elite performance, this is an outstanding opportunity to join Sheffield United FC's First Team analysis department. First Team Opposition Analyst | Sheffield United FC  (Jobs in Sports Performance Analysis theASPA) #PerformanceAnalysis #OppositionAnalysis #FootballAnalysis #SheffieldUnited #HudlSportscode #EliteFootball #SportsJobs #ASPA Share this post: Data & Insights Analyst - Casual | British Cycling 30 Jul 2026 Lead Academy Analyst (U18) PDP | Fulham FC 30 Jul 2026 PGA U21 Coach Analyst | Liverpool FC Women 29 Jul 2026 Whether you're recruiting a performance analyst, intern, placement student or practitioner, simply complete the form below and we'll publish your vacancy on the ASPA Jobs Board. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Copyright © 2025 TheASPA - All Rights Reserved. Powered by We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.