Pelle van Amersfoort Stats for SC Heerenveen
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Pelle van Amersfoort Scout Report
Pelle van Amersfoort, at 28 years of age, is showing fine form in his prime years at SC Heerenveen in the Eredivisie. At the forefront of the attack line as a striker, van Amersfoort demonstrates a rather even, yet concerning performance. He ranks highest in 'Shots per 90' at 85.19%, showcasing an assertive approach, frequently seeking to capitalize on goal scoring opportunities. Allied to a slightly above average 'Goal Threat' at 60.71%, this positions him as a noticeable cog in Heerenveen's forward line.
However, van Amersfoort fails to consistently convert this into actual goals. His 'Goal Efficiency' rating stands at a middling 46.43%, indicating an aspect of his game that may need refining - his shot conversion. Another worrying aspect is his poor 'Pass Accuracy per 90', which at a mere 18.52%, implies difficulty in linking play or distributing the ball effectively. Similarly, his relatively low standing in 'Ball Retention' at 32.14% can potentially disrupt the team's offensive rhythm.
His age and experience in the league lend him a certain maturity on the pitch, but these areas of concern point towards a potential inability to fully leverage his strengths. There's an evident lack of coherence between his quantitative goal threats versus his actual contributions, which Heerenveen may want to address. Where van Amersfoort can be a potent weapon is his ability to retain and recover the ball, signifying a strikers' much-appreciated contribution to the defensive game. This playstyle could be honed to enhance SC Heerenveen's tactical flexibility. However, Pelle's persistent contribution and visible potential are undoubtedly valuable for the Dutch side.
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Pelle van Amersfoort Shot Summary
In the 2023-2024 season, Pelle van Amersfoort took 81 shots, scoring 10 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 10.12, averaging 0.12 xG per shot.
Right Foot: 5 goals from 47 shots. A 10.64% conversion rate. 0.12 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 2 goals from 11 shots. A 18.18% conversion rate. 0.24 xG per shot.
Headers: 3 goals from 22 headed attempts. A 13.64% conversion rate. 0.09 xG per shot.