Sam McGuire
I do words. Published: @OptaAnalyst, @FotMob, @SportingLifeFC, @OptusSport and more.
104,393
Followers
1,947
Following
205,600
Tweets
168.2
Avg Engagement
924
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @SamMcGuire90's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.
Account Classification
- Account Size: Macro Influencer (100K+)
- Account Age:2011-09-10
- Verification:No
- Location:Not specified
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,248
- Avg Likes per Tweet:135.5
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:32.7
- Followers Analyzed:10,999
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,248 tweetsHis tweets typically receive high engagement, with an average of 11,584 likes and 776 retweets, indicating strong audience interaction. Verified accounts make up a small portion of his followers, suggesting a mix of personal and professional connections.
135.5
Avg Likes/Tweet
32.7
Avg Retweets/Tweet
440,096
Total Likes
106,169
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
3
Median Likes
0
Median Retweets
39
75th Percentile
45,517
Top Tweet
1.61
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Conversationalist
Highly engaged in discussions
9.4%
Original
73.8%
Replies
13.6%
Retweets
3.1%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.0%
With Media
33.5%
With Links
2.6%
With #Tags
86.0%
With @Mentions
9.3%
With Emojis
93
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Conversational
Engages heavily in discussions
7.83
Reply/Original Ratio
0.23
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Somewhat Bursty
Occasional posting spikes
83.5%
Weekday Posts
16.5%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,248 tweetsContent Type Distribution
Content Breakdown
What This Reveals About Their Strategy
This account prioritizes community engagement over content broadcasting. With replies making up the majority of their activity, they invest significant time in conversations, building relationships with followers and participating in discussions. This approach typically leads to higher loyalty and more authentic connections.
The 443 retweets (14% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 3,248 tweetsEngagement by Hour (UTC)
Posting Frequency Over Time
Timing Insights
Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.
Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.
Audience Demographics
Based on 10,999 followersHis audience includes sports fans, analysts, and media professionals interested in in-depth coverage and commentary. The mix of humor and analysis appeals to a broad range of users.
Average
Audience Quality
25.7%
Suspicion Index
31.9%
Low-Quality %
40
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
46.6%
Empty Bio
26.5%
<10 Tweets
12.5%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
53.8%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
93.4%
No URL
17.3%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
5,488,286
Total Potential Reach
40
Median Follower Reach
158
75th Percentile Reach
4.6%
>1K followers
0.6%
>10K followers
0.2%
>50K followers
0.1%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
50.4%
Creators
5,543 accounts
23.1%
Consumers
2,544 accounts
26.5%
Dormant
2,912 accounts
Follower Influence Distribution
How many followers do their followers have?
Follower Account Age
How long have followers been on Twitter?
Geographic Distribution
Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):
55
Verified Followers
0.5% of total
1,070
Protected Accounts
9.73% of total
4 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
| Username | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @zammit_marc | 386,405 | Filmmaker | Film, Acting, Producing |
| @TandMHD | 247,767 | Music Producer | Music, Production, TV |
| @TransferNewsCen | 227,573 | Sports Journalist | Football, Transfer News, Podcast |
| @101greatgoals | 183,116 | Sports Media | Football, Highlights, Memes |
| @TomekHajto7 | 127,580 | Footballer | Football, Schalke 04, Derby |
| @Aubazettes_ | 111,429 | - | - |
| @jeffborzello | 109,841 | Sports Journalist | College Basketball, Chelsea FC, UDel |
| @Bonetti | 106,646 | Sports Commentator | Soccer, Commentary, Analysis |
| @_SgtSlaughter | 101,034 | Wrestler | WWE, Hall of Famer, Champion |
| @exoticgamora | 97,940 | Activist | Human rights, Civil rights, Kindness |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
5,869
Followers With Bio
5,130
Followers Without Bio
53.36%
% With Bio
46.64%
% Without Bio
Why Audience Demographics Matter
Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.
Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.
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Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,248 analyzed93,641
Combined Engagement
77,883
Total Likes
15,758
Total Retweets
18,728
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
40%
With @Mentions
80%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
I'm amazed by the reaction to what is possibly the most straightforward red card of the season. https://t.co/LzOFBtBy29
I don't think I'll ever not find this funny. https://t.co/ObzJr0iVu6
@GNev2 A clumsy like and an accidental retweet?
We heard this in 2020/21 when it looked like we might not qualify. Finished 3rd and spent £36m. https://t.co/72kgmJuEun
RT @VancityReynolds: A birthday card might’ve been easier. Happy birthday, @rmcelhenney https://t.co/lPgcGeF43i
Key Insights & Takeaways
He often highlights controversial or notable sports moments, sparking discussion and debate. His humor is a key part of his content strategy, helping to build a loyal and engaged following. He frequently interacts with other sports analysts and media outlets, reinforcing his credibility and reach.
Strengths
- + Strong engagement rates above platform average
- + Established follower base of 104,393
- + High community engagement through conversations
- + Active presence with consistent posting
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts
Summary
This analysis of @SamMcGuire90 reveals an well-established Twitter presence with 104,393 followers. The account demonstrates a conversation-first approach, averaging 168.2 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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