This season #CPFC have:

• lowest average possession
• fewest passes ending in the final 3rd or opposition half
• fewest shots
• lowest expected goals total

By most metrics, worst attack in the PL. Something's got to give for them to improve. https://theathletic.com/2145399/2020/10/21/crystal-palace-attack-premier-league?source=emp-shared-article

It's hardly a surprise that #CPFC are so blunt in attack, the system isn't working, but it's not necessarily the formation.

Individuals must take responsibility too.

Then there's the age-old question: entertainment or results? (Not mutually exclusive) https://theathletic.com/2145399/2020/10/21/crystal-palace-attack-premier-league?source=emp-shared-article

Piece addresses the context. Stats by themselves can be misleading but these do present picture.

Batshuayi showed (offside goal) that you don't necessarily have to be high with those metrics to score. Just have to take the chance when it comes. #CPFC https://theathletic.com/2145399/2020/10/21/crystal-palace-attack-premier-league?source=emp-shared-article