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Seattle Reign Coach Laura Harvey Used ChatGPT to Inform Tactics

Harvey cast the chatbot as a spark for ideas rather than a source of instructions.

Overview

  • Speaking on the Soccerish Podcast, Harvey said offseason prompts to ChatGPT produced opponent-specific suggestions, including using a back five against two teams.
  • She said the staff researched the approach, tested it during the season, and credited the shift with contributing to at least one victory.
  • Harvey declined to name the opponents, while analysts highlighted an April 1-0 loss to Orlando Pride and a May 1-0 win over Kansas City Current as notable five-at-the-back outings.
  • Seattle improved from second-from-bottom in 2024 to fourth entering the final regular-season weekend, putting the club in a playoff position.
  • Coverage also noted inaccuracies in ChatGPT outputs about the club, including references to its former name and mentions of retired or departed players.