The Sequences module enables analysis of team possessions to identify patterns and evaluate outcomes across matches. It supports filtering, visualization, and video review to extract actionable insights from sequence data.
Accessing the sequences module
Sequences are available within the Game Analyser in the Performance Center.
Open the Performance Center
Click on Game Analyzer
Click on Sequences
Understanding sequences
A sequence is a continuous period of play in which one team remains in possession of the ball. From the start of the possession until the end of the possession.
The module supports analysis across teams and individual players over one or multiple matches. It helps identify patterns based on sequence start & end.
Applying filters
Filters must be defined before analysis can begin.
Select the filter icon in the top right to open the filter sidebar. Two filter types are available:
General filters
Analysis-specific filters
General filters
Filter | Action | Mandatory | Description |
Team | Select one team | Yes | Available teams |
Match(es) | Select one or more matches | Yes | Matches within the last year |
Player(s) | Select one or more players | No | Players involved in selected matches |
Time | Select timeframe within matches | No | Includes injury time |
After applying filters, the interface updates and analysis can begin.
Analysis Specific Filters
Analysis-specific filters allow refinement of sequences based on how they start, where they occur, and how they end.
Sequence start filters
Filter | Description |
Ball win | Sequence starts from open play when possession is regained |
Ball start | Sequence starts from a dead-ball situation. With tracking data, additional rules apply |
Zone 1–4 | Sequence start location divided into four pitch zones |
For detailed definitions of sequence start categories, refer to this article for event data only and this article for tracking data.
Sequence result filters
Result | Definition |
Negative | Possession is lost and the next sequence belongs to the opponent |
Neutral | Play stops and restarts with the same team |
Positive | Sequence leads to a shot, penalty, or goal |
Navigating the interface
The Sequences interface consists of three main components.
Filter top bar
Displays all active filters. Filters can be removed directly from this bar.
Pitch view
Visualizes sequences based on selected settings and results. The pitch view displays all sequences using color coding based on the result.
Red indicates a negative result
Orange indicates a neutral result
Green indicates a positive result
Table view
Displays detailed sequence data in a sortable table based on the filters. By default, results are sorted by time in descending order. A maximum of 20 rows are shown per page.
View settings
The view settings menu is located below the legend. It allows switching between different sequence representations.
View setting | Description |
Full sequence | Displays the full sequence with direction of the last action |
First pass | Displays only the first pass with direction |
Start location | Displays the starting point of sequences |
End location | Displays the ending point of sequences |
Interacting with sequences
Hover over a sequence to display detailed information
Click a sequence to pin it on the pitch
Using the table view
The table view provides structured data for each sequence.
Column | Description |
Time | Minute when the sequence started |
Category | Sequence start category |
Sending | Player of the first event |
Receiving | Player of the last event |
Result | Sequence result |
Outcome | Sequence outcome |
Potential | Likelihood of creating a scoring opportunity |
Note: Potential is available when tracking data is included.
Use column headers to sort data. Pagination controls allow navigation through results.
Managing table columns
Customize the table to match analysis needs.
Select the settings icon above the table
Enable or disable columns using checkboxes
Drag columns to reorder
Save changes
Reviewing sequences in the video player
Selecting a table row opens the video player in a new window.
Navigate between clips using the arrows in the top right
Clips start at the beginning of the sequence
When tracking data is available, a 2D animation is displayed alongside the video. Find all information about the video player here.
For further assistance, contact the SciSports Support Team at [email protected].