In Episode 67, we ask when the best time might be to truly place stock in the league table.

With just over one-quarter of the season gone, is it best to look at league points to determine a team’s performance? Or is there a better way? We discuss the utility of expected goal difference at this early stage of the season, and make an early prediction of the final league standings!

Meanwhile, Ryan reveals his recent meeting with a Premier League goalkeeper!

Bio Links:

Spitch: https://tinyurl.com/bdf2bdh7;

David Sumpter article: https://soccermatics.medium.com/should-you-write-about-real-goals-or-expected-goals-a-guide-for-journalists-2cf0c7ec6bb6 

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