Articles by Josh Hobbs (30)
The goalkeepers with the most clean sheets in the top five leagues in Europe
Whilst the best teams tend to have the best attacks, even top teams can't ignore the value of having a goalkeeper who regularly keeps clean sheets.
- Josh Hobbs
- 30/06/2022 | 12:57
Can Everton cope without Richarlison?
The Brazilian is on the verge of a move to Tottenham Hotspur.
- Josh Hobbs
- 30/06/2022 | 10:01
Why Scott Twine to Burnley is the most exciting transfer in the EFL this summer
Burnley have made the MK Dons attacking midfielder their first signing of the summer.
- Josh Hobbs
- 27/06/2022 | 14:59
The stats that show why Arsenal are signing Gabriel Jesus
Arsenal are expected to complete £45million deal for the Manchester City striker.
- Josh Hobbs
- 27/06/2022 | 14:49
Why AC Milan may struggle to defend their Serie A title
Stefano Pioli's side won the Scudetto for the first time in 11 years in 21/22
- Josh Hobbs
- 23/06/2022 | 13:12
The most dominant aerial duel winners in Europe
Aerial ability is perhaps not as vital in football as it once was but it's still a helpful attribute to have
- Josh Hobbs
- 23/06/2022 | 10:00
Why Leeds United’s Raphinha is a target for Barcelona, Arsenal & Tottenham
Raphinha seems inevitable to leave the Whites this summer. Here's why clubs are interested in the Brazilian.
- Josh Hobbs
- 21/06/2022 | 14:56
The stats that show what Raheem Sterling would bring to Chelsea
Raheem Sterling appears to be on the move to Chelsea. Here is what they'll get from him, should the deal be completed.
- Josh Hobbs
- 20/06/2022 | 10:05
The Premier League players who carried their teams the most according to goal ratio
Which Premier League teams relied on the individual scoring exploits of one player more than any other?
- Josh Hobbs
- 16/06/2022 | 13:24
Shot monsters: the most frequent shooters in Europe
Sometimes the equation is simple: more shots = more goals = more wins.
- Josh Hobbs
- 16/06/2022 | 09:58
The stats that show why Manchester United are targeting Frenkie De Jong
Erik Ten Hag's top target as new Manchester United manager appears to be his ex-Ajax player, Frenkie De Jong.
- Josh Hobbs
- 15/06/2022 | 13:23
The most possession dominant sides in Europe's top five leagues
Elite club football now requires teams to be comfortable dominating possession if they are going to win things. These teams did it best in 21/22
- Josh Hobbs
- 15/06/2022 | 10:39
Deadly Marksmen: the top five players who beat their expected goals by the most in Europe’s top five leagues
Over long periods, players and teams generally revert to their expected goals. These players beat theirs over the whole season. Can they do it again?
- Josh Hobbs
- 08/06/2022 | 13:32
Jack Grealish or Mason Mount for England - What do the stats say?
Jack Grealish impressed for England again on Tuesday night, but the Manchester City man continues in his role as a super sub.
- Josh Hobbs
- 08/06/2022 | 12:20
The teenagers with the most minutes played in Europe’s top leagues in 21/22
Minutes played might just be the most underrated stat in football analysis.
- Josh Hobbs
- 06/06/2022 | 14:54
The stats that show what Brenden Aaronson will bring to Leeds United
Leeds United have announced their first signing of what should be a busy summer for director of football, Victor Orta
- Josh Hobbs
- 01/06/2022 | 14:58
The top teenage goal contributors in Europe
There have been several young players who have made significant contributions in their first-teams this season
- Josh Hobbs
- 01/06/2022 | 14:56
The five Premier League teams who beat their expected goal difference by the biggest margin
It's very hard to argue with a final league table but the truth is, it doesn't always tell the whole story. Digging into some other metrics can tell us a little more information and help us make some early predictions for next season.
- Josh Hobbs
- 31/05/2022 | 10:51
The most used youngsters in the EFL: Brennan Johnson, Djed Spence, Gavin Bazunu
The EFL continues to be a hot-bed of young talent.
- Josh Hobbs
- 31/05/2022 | 09:51
Under pressure: top 10 players in Europe’s top five leagues for passes played whilst being pressed
Here are the players who have passed the ball most often under pressure in 21/22.
- Josh Hobbs
- 27/05/2022 | 13:17
What will Aston Villa get from Boubacar Kamara?
Aston Villa won the race for one of European football's most in-demand free transfers. Let's take a look at what he will bring to Steven Gerrard's side.
- Josh Hobbs
- 27/05/2022 | 09:35
The most prolific dribblers in Europe’s Top Five Leagues
These are the players who get fans onto their feet and bring excitement every time they receive the ball
- Josh Hobbs
- 25/05/2022 | 07:10
Previewing the UEFA Conference League final
It's the inaugural UEFA Conference League final this week. Here's how the two teams match up:
- Josh Hobbs
- 20/05/2022 | 13:55
Who are the best young creators in Europe’s top five leagues?
Scoring goals is how you win matches in football. However, too often the focus is on the scorers of those goals instead of those who create the chances.
- Josh Hobbs
- 20/05/2022 | 09:52
Premier League relegation battle: Who will go down to the Championship
The Premier League's bottom three will be decided on the final day, with Leeds, Everton and Burnley all fighting to avoid being the third team to be relegated to the Championship
- Josh Hobbs
- 18/05/2022 | 13:23
Do Huddersfield Town have an advantage in the Championship play-off final?
Play-off finals are notoriously tight and nervy affairs. Huddersfield Town's ability at set-pieces could settle the affair and win them promotion to the Premier League
- Josh Hobbs
- 18/05/2022 | 09:44
Top five U23 forwards in Europe’s big five leagues valued under €50m according to expected goals
Last week, Manchester City completed the signing of Erling Haaland and many of Europe's top teams will have their eyes on signing a star forward for next season. However, many won't have the same budget that City have.
- Josh Hobbs
- 16/05/2022 | 10:39
How Liverpool and Chelsea compare ahead of the FA Cup final
The 150th iteration of the FA Cup final takes place this weekend, as Liverpool and Chelsea face off for the famous trophy. Stats24 has assessed how the two sides compared ahead of the game.
- Josh Hobbs
- 13/05/2022 | 08:53
The stats that show why Ollie Watkins is a target for West Ham United
Ollie Watkins has impressed ever since making his Premier League move in the summer of 2020. Now he is subject of transfer speculation once again, as West Ham would like to prise him away from Aston Villa.
- Josh Hobbs
- 12/05/2022 | 10:00
Eddie Nketiah continues Arsenal renaissance with future up in the air
This season, Eddie Nketiah had been a bit-part player at Arsenal until a recent run of starts and goals. Questions about his future are soon to be answered.
- Josh Hobbs
- 11/05/2022 | 10:09