Understanding Expected Assists and Game Dynamics

This chapter explores expected assists (xa) as a metric for player creativity in football, examining its limitations and intricacies in assessing performance. It discusses key concepts like first-time expected assists and field tilt, highlighting their relevance to goal contributions and territorial dominance in matches. Additionally, the chapter touches on tactical aspects of team play, emphasizing the importance of progressive passes, effective passing structures, and the relationship between dribbling and overall team success.