Koki Saito, the young winger for Sparta Rotterdam, is certainly making waves in Entera players in the Dutch Eredivisie. At just 22, he is commanding attention with an impressive ability to create chances, falling into the 68th percentile amongst his peers, and providing assists per 90 in the 69th percentile, showcasing his creative flair and decisive playing style. Additionally, his successful cross percentage per 90 at 66.13% demonstrates his ability to deliver the ball accurately during offensive play.
Saito's ball retention, goal threat and xG per 90 rank above average, further evidencing his contribution to offensive play. However, what is worrying is his lacklustre showing in goal efficiency, only managing to secure a ranking in the 23rd percentile, suggesting that he struggles to convert opportunities. His progressive passing is an area of strength, ranking him in the 76th percentile, hinting at his ability to push the game forward and set his team up for success.
On the downside, his ball recovery and progressive carrying statistics are somewhat forgettable and may need improvement. Despite these flaws, Saito's burgeoning potential and young age combined with his demonstrable skill make him a promising talent to watch.
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Koki Saito Shot Summary
In the 2023-2024 season, Koki Saito took 50 shots, scoring 3 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 4.35, averaging 0.09 xG per shot.
Right Foot: 1 goals from 36 shots. A 2.78% conversion rate. 0.05 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 1 goals from 8 shots. A 12.5% conversion rate. 0.11 xG per shot.
Headers: 1 goals from 6 headed attempts. A 16.67% conversion rate. 0.24 xG per shot.
