Save Percentage
Statistics & ScoringThe percentage of shots on target that a goalkeeper stops.
Related Terms in Statistics & Scoring
Shot on Target
A shot that goes into the goal or would have gone into the goal if not stopped by the goalkeeper or a defender (last line of defense).
Possession %
The percentage of time one team controls the ball relative to the total active play time.
Coefficient
A system used by UEFA (and other confederations) to rank leagues and clubs based on historical performance, determining how many slots they get in tournaments like the Champions League.
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