Match statistics snapshot
- Aston Villa created the clearer chances on xG (0.97 vs 0.96, Δ 0.01).
- Newcastle fired more attempts (12 vs 8 shots).
- Newcastle held more of the ball (57% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Aston Villa | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
0.97Lead | Expected goals (xG)Quality of chances created — not just shot count. | 0.96 |
1Lead | OffsidesTiming of runs — high counts can mean aggressive lines. | 3 |
6 | Shots inside the box | 8Lead |
3 | Shots off target | 5Lead |
2 | Shots on target | 3Lead |
2 | Shots outside the box | 4Lead |
8 | Total shotsAll attempts including blocked and off-target. | 12Lead |
How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Aston Villa | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
43% | Ball possession | 57%Lead |
81% | Pass accuracy | 85%Lead |
294 | Accurate passes | 406Lead |
362 | Total passes | 476Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Aston Villa | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
6Lead | Corner kicks | 5 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Aston Villa | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
3 | Blocked shotsDefensive actions — also counts as part of attacking pressure faced. | 4Lead |
0 | Goalkeeper saves | 1Lead |
| Goals preventedKeeper performance vs expected — positive is above average. |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Aston Villa | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
11 | Fouls | 10Lead |
1 | Red cards | 0Lead |
2Lead | Yellow cards | 3 |
Scouting-style duels — each row compares both teams, shows share of the pie, and who had the edge. Categories summarize who won more signals.
How clinical and dangerous each attack was — not just how often they shot, but where and how good those chances were.
Aston Villa leads this block
Aston Villa leads shot quality (+52% vs Newcastle)
Even on this measure.
Aston Villa leads shot quality (+52% vs Newcastle)
Aston Villa leads (75% vs 67%).
Playing style signals: whether chances came from patient possession or direct vertical play.
Aston Villa leads possession efficiency (+34% vs Newcastle)
Aston Villa leads possession efficiency (+34% vs Newcastle)
Aston Villa — slower buildup (more passes per shot)
Territorial dominance built from box presence, set pieces, and sustained threat.
Newcastle leads this block
Newcastle leads territorial pressure (+22% vs Aston Villa)
Newcastle leads territorial pressure (+22% vs Aston Villa)
How well each side limited chance quality and how demanding the keepers’ workload was.
Aston Villa leads this block
Aston Villa — stronger shot quality allowed
Aston Villa — stronger shot quality allowed
Archetype ratings you can map to card modifiers, AI behaviour, or match narratives.
Aston Villa leads this block
Aston Villa had the edge in 4 of 6 signals in this block.
Aston Villa leads (20.0 vs 16.0).
Newcastle leads (48.5 vs 34.8).
Newcastle leads (13.0 vs 12.0).
Aston Villa leads (0.121 vs 0.080).
Aston Villa leads (92.0 vs 87.9).
Aston Villa leads (19.0 vs 17.0).