Looking at the Expected Goals on Target metric xGoT , we are able to analyse the quality of the shots that goalkeepers face on target, based on a wealth of historical shot data.
This is an extension of the standard Expected Goals model, as it factors in shot placement in addition to the usual variables such as assist type, shot angle, distance from goal and whether the shot was headed.
By using xGoT we can isolate the goalkeepers' performances independently of the quality of the defence in front of them. Oblak has faced an xGoT total of In layman's terms this means that the 'average' goalkeeper would be expected to concede goals from the shots in these appearances.
As previously stated, we know that he is a well-protected goalkeeper based on watching Atletico play and the numbers back this up. Of the goalkeepers to have played minutes of top five European league action since the Slovenian's debut, only four have faced a lower xGoT per 90 on average.
However, when comparing these averages to number of goals he really concedes, we can see how phenomenal Oblak is.
Goals Prevented is a metric that can be generated from taking an xGoT total away from the number of goals a goalkeeper really concedes excluding own goals, as they have no xG value. When comparing the nine of our goalkeeper list to have faced an average xGoT per 90 of less than one, and displaying their average goals prevented per 90 alongside it, only one keeper stands out. With an average of 0.
His number suggests that on average, he is saving a goal every four games with his saves for Atletico. He has everything you need to be a top, top goalkeeper. This is something of a golden age for goalkeepers, with the likes of Edouard Mendy, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Emiliano Martinez earning plaudits, and big medals, this year.
The fans want to see goals scored, of course, but the back is just as important. You can see the importance of defenders, of goalkeepers, in the teams that win things. Keeping clean sheets is so important. Oblak has two years left on his contract, is 28 and entering his prime. The lack of options at left-back last season led to the change in formation, and that allowed Yannick Carrasco to play in a role more natural to him.
This also made a place in the team for Mario Hermoso at left centre-back. Renan Lodi was used as a change of pace, sometimes slotting in at left-back or left wing-back when required.
As for Hermoso, he played as a left centre-back most of the time, as we can see below. Left-back is not his natural position, though. The reigning LaLiga champions are reportedly interested in striking a swap deal with Premier League champions Manchester City in the upcoming transfer window.
The Spanish outfit is looking to sell Saul Niguez this summer with the Spain international seeking a future away from the Wanda Metropolitano. Atletico Madrid are said to be interested in bringing Bernardo Silva and could strike a deal with Man City that will see Saul Niguez move in the opposite direction and play for the Premier League winners. The Debate.
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