Using data collected on football teams from the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga and Ligue 1, I have analysed how football has transitioned in the last 13 years. The analysis was performed using machine learning algorithms such as Principal component analysis and K-means. The analysis is divided into different segments, focusing on a general analysis, defensive performance, passing variation, and finishing ability. Teams in general have shifted more towards a possession and passing approach rather then crosses and long balls over the last 13 years.
Each league is also analysed separately to determine the nature of the competitiveness and the variance in playing styles. The Bundesliga and Ligue 1 were determined to be the least competitive. The La Liga had two dominant teams across the decade exhibiting distinct playing styles. The Serie A had the most competitive upper league table. The Premier League has seen the rise of two new title contenders, almost imitating the La Liga