Liverpool's Dominant Season: Attacking Prowess and Key Factors 🏆
Liverpool have reached the 100-goal milestone in the current campaign, becoming the fourth quickest team to achieve this mark in Europe's top five leagues. This feat is a testament to the team's attacking prowess, led by Mohamed Salah, and the possession-based approach under Arne Slot.
Key Statistics:
* 101 goals scored this season
* 2.4 goals per game in the Premier League
* Highest scorers in the Premier League, with 66 goals
* Salah has netted 30 goals and provided 22 assists in all competitions
Slot's System:
* Designed to maximize Salah's output
* Reduces defensive responsibilities for Salah, keeping him in advanced areas
* Emphasizes transition and pressing to create chaos and possession
Transition and Pressing:
* Generated the most xG from fast breaks (9.8)
* Defended opposition counter-attacks better, with 13 counter-attacking goals in domestic league competition
* Cohesive pressing leads to goals, with six scored from winning the ball back in the attacking third
Salah's Impact:
* Unstoppable force, scoring different types of goals
* Reduced shots taken, but increased quality of chances
* Joint-third in Liverpool's all-time scoring list, with 241 goals
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