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The absurd xG stat that reveals just how lucky Chelsea were to win vs Brentford
Chelsea beat Brentford 1-0 at their new stadium, but it didn’t feel like a win to anyone watching the game.
The Blues’ goal came from a sweet strike from Ben Chilwell at the end of the first half, but Thomas Tuchel’s team didn’t create much else.
Meanwhile, as the second period progressed, Brentford shifted gears and began raining shots on the Chelsea goal. Only Edouard Mendy kept the Blues in it.
The Senegal goalkeeper made six saves in the game.
The game’s xG (expected goals) numbers demonstrate how one-sided it was by the end.
For those who don’t get xG, that means Brentford had nearly two goals worth of chances, while Chelsea’s totaled only a quarter of a goal.
That is not a sustainable situation, but Chelsea supporters will gladly accept the three points and move on.
Brentford (1.88) 0-1 (0.28) Chelsea
— The xG Philosophy (@xGPhilosophy) October 16, 2021
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The absurd xG stat that reveals just how lucky Chelsea were to win vs Brentford
