Passing accuracy
Quality and consistency of distribution
skills.lab Arena
Measure what matters. Make better decisions.
The skills.lab Arena is the world’s most advanced system for objectively measuring technical and cognitive performance in football. Trusted by top academies worldwide, it provides clarity for scouting, talent identification, and long-term player development.
Better data. Better decisions.
From assumptions to evidence
Academy selection. Player promotion. Talent development. The Arena adds measurable objectivity to these critical processes — turning skills into data and data into actionable insight. A powerful foundation to support and refine decision-making.
Objective. Repeatable. Scalable.
Laboratory precision. Football realism.
Precise measurement is part of our DNA. And only accurately measured data provides a solid foundation for meaningful analysis and sound decisions. That’s exactly what the Arena delivers: identical conditions for every player and every test, ensuring objective and comparable results. With fully automated ball machines, laser-based tracking, high-speed cameras, and intelligent software, you get reliable insights you can trust.
From technical precision to cognitive sharpness
Measuring what really matters
The skills.lab Arena captures the decisive aspects of football performance with scientific accuracy. Every assessment provides objective data points that reflect both technical execution and cognitive decision-making — delivering insights that go far beyond what can be seen from the sideline.
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Shooting accuracy
Finishing precision under time and space pressure
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Shooting power
Measured ball speed, evaluated separately for left and right foot
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Ball handling time
Speed and control of the first touch
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Dribbling speed
Pace and precision with the ball at the feet
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Awareness
Scanning, positioning, and decision-making in dynamic scenarios
True performance needs true motivation
When players care, data becomes truth
A performance test only delivers meaningful results if the player gives 100%. Only then can conclusions about development and potential be valid. We have always been aware of this. That’s why we designed the Arena as a place where players love to perform. The immersive 360° environment, instant feedback, and built-in competition ensure they push to their limits — every time.
Track growth. Compare talent.
From baselines to strategy
Clubs typically run full assessments twice per year across all age groups. This creates reliable baselines, trend insights, and a clear view of each player’s development. Combined with scouting data, it ensures you not only grow your own talent — but also recruit the right players into your pathway.
Fair to late bloomers
See beyond physical maturity
Not every 15-year-old looks like a future professional. Some mature later — and are overlooked in traditional scouting. The Arena identifies potential that is already visible in cognitive and technical skills — ensuring that promising players aren’t lost before they can fully develop.
Better scouting. Smarter investments.
The cost of a wrong decision is far greater
Releasing a future pro. Overpaying for external talent. Overlooking players who only need more time. The Arena helps reduce these risks by grounding scouting and development in strong, objective information. Better decisions not only protect you from costly mistakes — they also strengthen the value of your team. By supporting and promoting your own talent in the best possible way, you create players who make a difference on the pitch and reduce the need for expensive signings from outside.
Aligned to your philosophy
Your methodology, measured
Every academy follows its own philosophy — and the skills.lab Arena is designed to adapt to it. Whether you want to benchmark your existing training methods, validate your player development approach, or customize specific tests, the Arena provides a framework that aligns with your principles while delivering objective, comparable data.
FAQ
Questions about assessments & scouting
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How does the Arena support talent identification?
By measuring technical skills and cognitive decision-making under identical conditions, the Arena delivers objective insights that strengthen academy recruitment decisions.
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Why is objective measurement important in youth scouting?
Physical maturity can hide or exaggerate talent. The Arena uncovers potential by focusing on technical and cognitive skills like first touch, passing accuracy, ball control or overview, ensuring fair opportunities for late bloomers.
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What assessments are included in the Arena?
Every Arena comes with two standardized formats: the ProAssessment to benchmark elite players, and the Skills Check for early talent identification.