Tottenham better without Harry Kane & Bayern worse with him? – Here’s what the stats say
Harry Kane and his Bayern Munich teammates have had a challenging five-day stretch.
Following a disappointing loss to Bundesliga rivals Bayer Leverkusen, where they were defeated 3-0, Thomas Tuchel’s team suffered another setback in a crucial Champions League match against Lazio.
Kane, formerly of Tottenham, received criticism from German media outlets for his underwhelming performances in front of goal during both games, failing to score in either match.
Meanwhile Tottenham have experienced a revitalisation under current manager Ange Postecoglou. The Australian coach has made an extraordinary impact on the north London team, even without their all-time leading goal scorer.
Despite ongoing scrutiny of the England captain, Tottenham’s fortunes have significantly improved under Postecoglou’s leadership, with the club witnessing a positive transformation and the development of their youthful squad.
In the 2022/23 season, the England captain delivered an impressive 30 Premier League goals, contributing to Tottenham’s eighth-place finish.
What do the stats say?
According to Opta Stats Perform, Tottenham averaged 1.64 goals per game and had an expected goal tally of 1.42 across all competitions that season. However, since Kane’s departure, Spurs are now averaging 1.96 goals per game, with an expected goal tally of 1.66, showcasing their adoption of a more fluid and attacking style of play.
They also demonstrate an elevated rate of shots per game, rising from 13.4 in 2022-23 to 15.1 currently, along with an increase in shots on target per game from 4.9 last year to 5.7 this year. Moreover, the most crucial statistic, the club’s win rate, favours the 2023-24 Spurs side, boasting a 55.6% rate compared to last year’s 46%.
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