Fewer shots? Flamengo's xG doubles opponents' in last 5 Brasileirão games | OneFootball

How many dangerous chances Flamengo created in their recent Brasileirão matches

After a 2-2 draw with Vasco this Sunday (03), the topic surrounding Flamengo became linked to the large number of shots allowed to opponents. However, it is important to point out that the Most Beloved had double the expected goals (xG) compared to their rivals.

In Flamengo’s last five Brasileirão matches, Flamengo took 77 shots compared to 87 by their opponents. However, it is always important to highlight ‘xG,’ which refers to the goals teams are expected to score based on the chances created during matches.

So, over the last five Brasileirão matches, Flamengo posted 12.2 xG, while their opponents managed only 5.56 xG. In other words, the Most Beloved, despite taking fewer shots than their rivals, created far more dangerous chances.

What if Flamengo’s penalties are excluded?

It is important to note that even if Flamengo’s penalties are excluded, the Rubro-Negro xG still remains almost double that of their opponents. Without penalties, the Most Beloved recorded 10.42 xG in their last five Brasileirão matches. In other words, they still remain well ahead of their rivals.

Which Flamengo match best highlights these numbers?

The clearest match to highlight is against Santos at the Maracanã. On that occasion, the São Paulo side took 17 shots compared to Flamengo’s 19. However, Neymar’s team had only 0.77 xG, while the Rubro-Negro finished with 2.29 xG. The final score? 3-1 to the Most Beloved.

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