The Complete Guide to xG in Football (how "Expected Goals" are changing the game)

If you are a true football fan, you have probably heard of Expected Goals (xG), a statistical metric that is gaining more and more space in the analysis of the world's most popular sport.

But what exactly are Expected Goals? How can this metric help us better understand the performance of a team or player? And how are teams using this data to make strategic decisions?

If you are interested in learning more about Expected Goals and their applications in the world of football, then this book is for you. Here, we will explore in detail this revolutionary metric, from its origins to its use by coaches, analysts, and clubs around the world.

You will discover how Expected Goals can help us understand a player's finishing quality, evaluate a team's performance in a particular game or championship, and even identify potential talents for youth teams.

Additionally, we will present practical examples of how teams are using this data to improve their performance on the field, whether in player recruitment, tactical planning, or physical and technical training.

Don't miss the opportunity to dive into the fascinating world of Expected Goals and discover how this metric can transform the way we understand and play football. This book is an invitation for all those passionate about the world's most popular sport.