Has data’s impact on football been overstated?
The Athletic FC Tactics Podcast
The Evolution of Expected Goals in Football
This chapter explores the acceptance of expected goals (XG) among football fans, highlighting the historical context of chance value in scoring. It discusses the integration of data analytics in understanding the game, contrasting traditional knowledge with modern insights while illustrating the positive cultural shift towards embracing numerical analysis in football.
00:00
Transcript
Play full episode
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
