Leeds United were among European football’s best in terms of xG this weekend - despite losing the game. Expected goals is a relatively new phenomenon that evaluates the probability of scoring a chance.
For example, a tap-in from six yards would register higher on the xG scale than a 30-yard free-kick. The Whites, according to the metric, should have scored 2.84 goals against Aston Villa on Friday.
Just one goal highlights the wastefulness - and frustration - attributed to Leeds this season. Rodrigo missed a golden opportunity to pull United level after rounding Emiliano Martinez in the first half.
