Advanced metrics, scout report, and player stats for Haji Wright
Player Bio
Nationality
United States
Next League Match
Preston
vs
Coventry City
(A)
19 October 2024
Haji Wright Scout Report
Haji Wright's profile as a versatile forward, who can also operate from the left flank, is underpinned by some eye-catching metrics. Excelling in "Ball Recovery", the American forward is within the top percentile, proving his exceptional work-rate off the ball. His "Progressive Carrying" ability is also top-tier, demonstrating an innate ability to progress play via individual dribbling, thereby breaking lines of defense.
Wright's "Chance Creation" is equally impressive, falling into the high 87th percentile, indicating his wide-ranging contribution beyond mere goal-scoring. Yet, despite his strong "Goal Threat" ranking and a respectable "Goals per 90," his "Goal Efficiency" is painfully low (11%). This raises questions over his clinical edge—it appears Wright often requires many opportunities to convert, which could be a substantial handicap in closely contested games.
His passing metrics paint a mixed picture—while he ranks high in "Assists per 90", his "Progressive Passing" and "Pass Accuracy per 90" are less stellar, suggesting room for improvement in decision-making and accuracy.
At Coventry City, Wright’s shimmering talents coupled with identified areas of improvement could see him mold into a more rounded and ruthless forward given the right guidance. Despite his weaknesses, Haji unquestionably boasts the attacking presence his Championship counterparts often lack. The 26-year-old has time on his side, and with significant numbers in goal threat and assists, he is a constant menace in the offensive third. With continued development, he may well blaze a trail for future American talent in European football.
Haji Wright Career Trend
Haji Wright Shot Maps
In the 2024-2025 season, Haji Wright took 18 shots, scoring 2 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 2.85, averaging 0.16 xG per shot.
Right Foot: 0 goals from 6 shots. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.07 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 1 goals from 6 shots. A 16.67% conversion rate. 0.19 xG per shot.
Headers: 1 goals from 6 headed attempts. A 16.67% conversion rate. 0.22 xG per shot.