Tottenham slipped to the 8th position as Wolves beat the Lilywhites in the Premier League. Two early half goals from the Wolves bagged them all the three points.
We’ve broken down all the key stats for you to digest, including;
* shot maps
* xT (expected threat)
* pass networks
* xG timelines
* defensive duels
* average positions and much more!
We also try to answer some questions for you with the visuals;
Which team created more positional attack? Who took the highest number of shots?
To navigate the stats gallery simply click on the numbers to move through the pages.
At the end of the gallery, you’ll be able to download the full PDF stats report.
Tottenham lined up in a back 3-4-3 formation. Harry Kane led the attack with support from Son and Lucas Moura from either flank.
The above stats indicate that Tottenham occupied many spaces, with the attacking three pushing high up the pitch.
Wolves lined up in a 3-5-2 formation with Raul Jimenez and Daniel Podence leading the attack.
Wolves occupied spaces in the middle, with the attacking two pushing high up.
Wolves xG of 2.70 surpassed that of Tottenham’s 1.29. Both had seven shots on target. Spurs created more positional attacks and were also better in their defensive pressing.
Dendoncker had the highest xG in the match. Harry Kane took the most shots, seven. He also led the dribbles chart. Harry Winks made 14 passes in the final third while Colman won the most aerial duels.
Tottenham took 15 shots with seven on target. They took shots from both inside and outside the box, however, they were unable to convert their chances.
Wolves took 12 shots with seven on target. Both their goals were scored from inside the box.
Tottenham were highly threatening in both halves, as indicated by the xT timeline. On the other hand, the xG timeline was dominated by Wolves throughout the game.
Doherty attempted the highest number of passes, while Harry Winks received the most passes.
Ruben Neves attempted 48 passes while Daniel Podence received 41 passes.
Tottenham dominated the passing zones on the right wing near the centre. They successfully delivered a few smart passes and crosses into the opposition box.
Wolves dominated the passing zones on both the wings near the centre.
Tottenham created their highest xT from inside the opposition’s box and near the centre. Harry Winks created the highest xT from passes, 0.562.
Lucas Moura played many misplaced passes, which brought down his xT from passes. Son created the highest xT from dribbles, 0.111.
Wolves created their highest xT from outside the opposition’s box.
Raul Jimenez created the highest xT from dribbles, 0.033.
Tottenham were successful in winning defensive duels in their half, and a few on the right wing near the centre. Ben Davies won six defensive duels.
Tottenham won aerial duels on the right wing near the centre, and a few in the opposition’s box. Colman won five of his six aerial duels.
Tottenham recovered loose balls on the right wing near the centre. Mina won five of his six loose ball duels.
Wolves won defensive duels in their half, and a few on both the wings near the centre.
Wolves won aerial duels in their half.
Wolves recovered loose balls on the left wing near the centre, and a few in their half. Ruben Neves recovered all three loose ball duels for his side.
The above stats show Tottenham’s set-pieces. Son created the highest from corners, while Doherty made 10 throw-ins.
The above stats show Wolves’ set-pieces. They attempted three corners with most of the thrown-ins coming from Nelson Semedo.
The win against Tottenham helped Wolves climb up to the seventh position, keeping them four points away from West Ham. On the other hand, Tottenham’s hopes of landing a Champions League spot are fading.
If you want to download the stats report in PDF format you can do so here: Premier League Stats: Tottenham vs Wolverhampton Wanderers