Jes Madsen

Experienced football director and cognitive science specialist with proven success in leading high-performance, data-driven strategies at the elite level. Currently serving as Director of Football and Data Science at the Saudi Pro League, where I oversee sports data, technology, and performance innovation projects across the league. Former Head of Research & Development at FC Copenhagen, integrating neuroscience, cognition, and data science into club-wide methodology. Recognized by FIFA, UEFA, and the Danish FA (DBU) for contributions to football development and featured in international outlets including Forbes and Training Ground Guru. My work has directly shaped training methodologies, scouting frameworks, player evaluation systems, and long-term performance strategies in elite football environments.