Points (League)
Statistics & ScoringThe standard scoring for league tables: 3 points for a Win, 1 point for a Draw, 0 points for a Loss.
Related Terms in Statistics & Scoring
Brace
When a single player scores two goals in one match.
Minutes Per Goal
A frequency statistic calculated by dividing the total minutes played by the number of goals scored.
PPDA (Passes Allowed Per Defensive Action)
An advanced metric that measures pressing intensity. A lower number means the team presses more aggressively.
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