In conversations with coaches, analysts, and clubs, we often get the same question: “How is Smart11 different from the tools we already use?” In this blog, we explain exactly that.
Traditional video analysis: a lot of work, limited return
Most existing systems are one-way. Coaches or analysts spend hours coding a match, selecting clips for every individual player, and uploading everything into an often clunky online platform. The result? Players rarely watch the footage, let alone actively engage with it.
They can’t easily access it on mobile, can’t respond or ask questions. It’s passive consumption. At best, they watch it once and move on.
The Smart11 approach: players take the lead
Smart11 gives players an active role. They analyze their own actions, answer questions, build their own statistics, and communicate with coaches through the in-app chat. Video analysis becomes a consistent part of player development, not a one-off task.
Depending on your setup, you can use Smart11 in different ways:
1. You have a video analyst
Let your analyst code the match at both team and individual level. Share clips via the Smart11 app. Players review and analyze their actions, answer questions about decision-making, execution, and outcome. Coaches can instantly see player insights and have focused 1-on-1 sessions—without any prep.
2. You do team analysis yourself
Code the match at team level. Players filter based on your coding and look for five good and five improvable moments. Then you review those actions in 1-on-1 conversations. This increases player engagement and leads to more targeted learning.
3. No analyst and little time?
Upload the match and let players use our AI analyst, Clairence. They can ask things like: “Show me all moments where my team had possession on our own half.” Soon, they’ll be able to request any possession moment on any area of the pitch.
This way, every player gets meaningful feedback—without costing you extra time.
Why does it work?
Smart11 saves time for coaches and analysts, ensures clips don’t go to waste, and boosts players’ football IQ. By actively engaging with their own decisions, players retain insights better and make development measurable.
Want to learn more? Visit smart11.ai or get in touch with us.