We use to have Ronaldo, Zidane, Gerrard; big personalities who could rise to the occasion, who could grab a snatch a win from the jaws of defeat. Is it different now? Is it nostalgia? Have we entered an age of ‘System over individuality’? Saketh asks: where is the magic?
‘The decibels reached similar levels to those heard when Aubameyang scored his majestic first goal. ‘I just don’t think you understand’ they sang. I certainly didn’t understand.’
1 of 103, no.9. The Emirates Stadium, North London. Arsenal FC vs. Everton FC.
What do you get when you bring together xG, PPDA, Number of goals and number of shots? You get a Power Ranking. A new way to look at things.
I spoke with football blogger Davide this week to answer a few questions on football, the website, and player analysis.
