Premier League Clash: Analysing Burnley's Defence Against Newcastle United's Formidable Attack - A Statistical Overview

Newcastle United demonstrates a superior attacking efficiency, with an expected goals (xG) value of 1.89 per match, placing them among the top three in the English Premier League. In contrast, Burnley's xG is only 1.23. Newcastle's goal conversion rate is impressive at 18.7%, significantly higher than the league average of 14.5%. Their successful key pass rate (82%) and cross completion rate (34%) are both 12 percentage points higher than their opponents. The team's midfield control reaches 58.3%, driven by the duo of Joelinton and Isak, with a transition attack speed of 0.87 meters per second, a top-tier level in the league. The high-intensity running data is also remarkable, with the team averaging a sprint distance of 98 kilometers, 11 kilometers more than the home team. Newcastle United's defensive data is equally impressive, averaging 16.3 tackles and 12.1 interceptions per match. Their clearances (14.5) and blocked shots (6.2) are within the top five in the Premier League. Their high press forces Burnley to make errors, resulting in nine turnovers leading to goals this season, well above the league average of 5.3. In attack, Newcastle creates 5.3 clear-cut chances per game, converting at a rate of 35%, while Burnley's defence can only block 62% of shots on target. The xG comparison shows Newcastle leading 2.1-0.9 overall, with Isak's individual xG at 1.3. His successful combination with Gordon on the left flank reaches 78%, targeting Burnley's right-back, Taylor's defensive weakness.