FootballAnalysis Tag

11 Jul Expected Goals: A Revolutionary Metric or Just a Piece of the Puzzle?

Posted at 12:35h in Research

The analysis of Expected Goals (xG) has gained notable popularity in the football world in recent years. This metric evaluates the quality of scoring opportunities a team generates, providing an estimate of how many goals "should" have been scored based on the characteristics of their...

04 Jul Analyzing the Impact of Pressing Metrics on Match Outcomes in LaLiga EA Sports Season 23/24

Posted at 12:52h in Research

This study examines the relationship between various pressing metrics and match outcomes in the LaLiga EA Sports Season 23/24. We focus on pressures on the ball holder, high and low-intensity pressures, and the percentage of pressures resulting in recovery. Our findings indicate statistically significant differences...

03 Jul Offensive Sequences Initiated by the Goalkeeper in LALIGA EA Sports 2023/24: A Comparative Analysis

Posted at 10:58h in Research

This study examines offensive sequences in La Liga EA Sports 2023/24 that start from the goalkeeper's area and end in the opponent's final third. We analyzed the differences in these sequences among teams based on their league standings: Champions Zone, Upper Mid-Table Zone, Lower Mid-Table...