Are three points for a win really better than two? Theoretical and empirical evidence for German soccer

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The effects of the three-point rule in first league German soccer are tested empirically and compared to games from the German cup-competition. The inclusion of cup games ensures that changes in league games can be attributed to the three-point rule. As a result of their relative devaluation, the number of draws should decrease. Furthermore, an increase in the number of close wins is expected. The strategy of a leading team becomes more defensive, resulting in fewer goal shootings by that team, as well as fewer shooting opportunities for the opponent. Empirical evidence supporting these effects is found.

Object Details

• Language: Englisch

References and Relationships

• Bibliographic citation: Series: IÖB-Diskussionspapier ; No. 4/08

Classification and Topics

• Classification: Wirtschaft ; Noncooperative Games ; Field Experiments ; Sports; Gambling; Restaurants; Recreation; Tourism
• Subject: Fußballsport ; Nichtkooperatives Spiel ; Regulierung ; Bewertung ; Theorie ; Deutschland

Contributors, Places and Time

• Event: Geistige Schöpfung
• (who): Dilger, Alexander ; Geyer, Hannah
• Event: Veröffentlichung
• (who): Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster, Institut für Ökonomische Bildung (IÖB)
• (where): Münster
• (when): 2008

Further information

• Handle: http://hdl.handle.net/10419/25576
• Last update: 10.03.2025, 11:41 AM CET