Is Son one of the best finishers EVER? Let's look at some data. đ
Is Son one of the best finishers EVER? Let's look at some data. đ
cross-posted from: https://mastodon.online/users/hallenbeck/statuses/111293316231491706
I've made an updated graphic based on feedback. Thanks to @nooeh@lemmy.world for the critique. Updated graphic here:
https://thelastboyscout.uk/assets/img/son_xg_stats.webp
Is Son one of the best finishers EVER? Let's look at some data. đ
We use actual goals minus expected goals (xG) as a proxy for finishing skill. Players who consistently score more than their xG means they are scoring goals other players would miss. Generally, only the most elite goalscorers consistently outperform their xG.
And I can find no player who consistently beats Son. It's astonishing.
Can you find anyone better at elite level?