Dan Kennett
@dankennett.co.uk
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Dan Kennett
@dankennett.co.uk
· Dec 27
Been meaning to do this for a while but not got round to it, a public information thread on DUELS, particularly ground duels. They're being used more and more in the mainstream (which is good) but I don't think many understand the detail. Thread: 🧵
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The physical data for the Champions League shows LFC's full-backs have all covered broadly similar distance.
Sprints are a different story.
Sprints are a different story.
November 28, 2025 at 2:17 PM
The physical data for the Champions League shows LFC's full-backs have all covered broadly similar distance.
Sprints are a different story.
Sprints are a different story.
Kerkez seems to be a figure of ridicule for a big section of the match going fans. but these are massive physical numbers. 608m of sprinting and 26 sprints is absolutely elite for a fullback. And the 1v1 defensive stats excellent too.
The team needs MORE piano carriers like him, not fewer #lfc
The team needs MORE piano carriers like him, not fewer #lfc
November 28, 2025 at 9:37 AM
Kerkez seems to be a figure of ridicule for a big section of the match going fans. but these are massive physical numbers. 608m of sprinting and 26 sprints is absolutely elite for a fullback. And the 1v1 defensive stats excellent too.
The team needs MORE piano carriers like him, not fewer #lfc
The team needs MORE piano carriers like him, not fewer #lfc
open.substack.com/pub/dankenne...
Feels like a good time to re-post this article from a month ago
Feels like a good time to re-post this article from a month ago
2020 Hindsight
Defending champ suffers 8 defeats in 14 Premier League games isn't as far fetched as you might think
open.substack.com
November 27, 2025 at 8:56 AM
open.substack.com/pub/dankenne...
Feels like a good time to re-post this article from a month ago
Feels like a good time to re-post this article from a month ago
I thought Slot's post match to TNT was absolutely remarkable given the pressure he is under. The clarity and honesty of his answers was top class
Just watching Slots TV interview. There's monotone...then there is MONOTONE. This kind of placid energy transfers to the players. Fact
November 26, 2025 at 10:46 PM
I thought Slot's post match to TNT was absolutely remarkable given the pressure he is under. The clarity and honesty of his answers was top class
Some folks want blood but i'm a hard NO on sacking the coach.
A caretaker doesnt change the pressure on the players, give them new found confidence or accelerate the process for those still grieving.
All you do is sack a league winning coach who had to manage one of his players dying #lfc
A caretaker doesnt change the pressure on the players, give them new found confidence or accelerate the process for those still grieving.
All you do is sack a league winning coach who had to manage one of his players dying #lfc
November 26, 2025 at 10:41 PM
Some folks want blood but i'm a hard NO on sacking the coach.
A caretaker doesnt change the pressure on the players, give them new found confidence or accelerate the process for those still grieving.
All you do is sack a league winning coach who had to manage one of his players dying #lfc
A caretaker doesnt change the pressure on the players, give them new found confidence or accelerate the process for those still grieving.
All you do is sack a league winning coach who had to manage one of his players dying #lfc
I remember watching City on this matchday a year ago vs feyenoord. They didn't lose, played well in patches but they were absolutely shredded in transition and in a run of losing 9 games in 12 in all comps. We look in a similar funk now. Too many error, players out of form and with no legs #lfc
November 26, 2025 at 10:00 PM
I remember watching City on this matchday a year ago vs feyenoord. They didn't lose, played well in patches but they were absolutely shredded in transition and in a run of losing 9 games in 12 in all comps. We look in a similar funk now. Too many error, players out of form and with no legs #lfc
How is that not a pen????
November 26, 2025 at 8:21 PM
How is that not a pen????
Nice to be reminded that Cody can actually get shots on target!
November 26, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Nice to be reminded that Cody can actually get shots on target!
My look at #LFC vs set pieces 25/26 (feel this should come with an 🔞 certificate...)
Also a wider look at why XG isn't "broken" when it comes to set plays
open.substack.com/pub/dankenne...
Also a wider look at why XG isn't "broken" when it comes to set plays
open.substack.com/pub/dankenne...
November 26, 2025 at 8:47 AM
My look at #LFC vs set pieces 25/26 (feel this should come with an 🔞 certificate...)
Also a wider look at why XG isn't "broken" when it comes to set plays
open.substack.com/pub/dankenne...
Also a wider look at why XG isn't "broken" when it comes to set plays
open.substack.com/pub/dankenne...
Been taking a break from all socials in the last few weeks but a new Substack post from me looking at #LFC vs Set Plays open.substack.com/pub/dankenne...
Setting Off Alarm Bells
And the importance of being good in both boxes
open.substack.com
November 25, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Been taking a break from all socials in the last few weeks but a new Substack post from me looking at #LFC vs Set Plays open.substack.com/pub/dankenne...
open.substack.com/pub/sportsci... Nice of @simonbrundish.bsky.social to blog about the Q i asked last night.
Essential footy data nerdery #lfc
Essential footy data nerdery #lfc
Running the Numbers: What 11.3 km Really Means
Context is king
open.substack.com
November 6, 2025 at 2:45 PM
open.substack.com/pub/sportsci... Nice of @simonbrundish.bsky.social to blog about the Q i asked last night.
Essential footy data nerdery #lfc
Essential footy data nerdery #lfc
Opta distance covered on fotmob vs UEFA's in-house provider.
More than 6km difference on Real's total. That's half a player and outside a +/- 5% margin of error. Crazy that different providers can push this stuff out to fans #UCL #championsleague #uefa
More than 6km difference on Real's total. That's half a player and outside a +/- 5% margin of error. Crazy that different providers can push this stuff out to fans #UCL #championsleague #uefa
November 5, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Opta distance covered on fotmob vs UEFA's in-house provider.
More than 6km difference on Real's total. That's half a player and outside a +/- 5% margin of error. Crazy that different providers can push this stuff out to fans #UCL #championsleague #uefa
More than 6km difference on Real's total. That's half a player and outside a +/- 5% margin of error. Crazy that different providers can push this stuff out to fans #UCL #championsleague #uefa
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This is more like the REAL liverpool!
A more compact approach off ball, with a new passing structure on ball, getting rewards in a big game!
The Real Madrid Stats Pack: https://drbarts.quarto.pub/cl-match-day-4-season-2526/
follow @anfieldindex.com for more content
A more compact approach off ball, with a new passing structure on ball, getting rewards in a big game!
The Real Madrid Stats Pack: https://drbarts.quarto.pub/cl-match-day-4-season-2526/
follow @anfieldindex.com for more content
November 5, 2025 at 8:10 AM
This is more like the REAL liverpool!
A more compact approach off ball, with a new passing structure on ball, getting rewards in a big game!
The Real Madrid Stats Pack: https://drbarts.quarto.pub/cl-match-day-4-season-2526/
follow @anfieldindex.com for more content
A more compact approach off ball, with a new passing structure on ball, getting rewards in a big game!
The Real Madrid Stats Pack: https://drbarts.quarto.pub/cl-match-day-4-season-2526/
follow @anfieldindex.com for more content
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Liverpool 1 : 0 Real Madrid
▪ xG: 2.5 - 0.52
▪ xThreat: 1.24 - 0.91
▪ Possession: 39.9% - 60.1%
▪ Field Tilt: 44.1% - 55.9%
▪ Def Action Height: 48.3 - 41.6
▪ xG: 2.5 - 0.52
▪ xThreat: 1.24 - 0.91
▪ Possession: 39.9% - 60.1%
▪ Field Tilt: 44.1% - 55.9%
▪ Def Action Height: 48.3 - 41.6
November 4, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Liverpool 1 : 0 Real Madrid
▪ xG: 2.5 - 0.52
▪ xThreat: 1.24 - 0.91
▪ Possession: 39.9% - 60.1%
▪ Field Tilt: 44.1% - 55.9%
▪ Def Action Height: 48.3 - 41.6
▪ xG: 2.5 - 0.52
▪ xThreat: 1.24 - 0.91
▪ Possession: 39.9% - 60.1%
▪ Field Tilt: 44.1% - 55.9%
▪ Def Action Height: 48.3 - 41.6
Mo Salah completed more dribbles (5) vs Aston Villa than *the rest of his 25/26 season combined*.
5 more vs Real tonight, so 10 in 2 games matching the total from his previous 20 (twenty) #LFC appearances
5 more vs Real tonight, so 10 in 2 games matching the total from his previous 20 (twenty) #LFC appearances
November 4, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Mo Salah completed more dribbles (5) vs Aston Villa than *the rest of his 25/26 season combined*.
5 more vs Real tonight, so 10 in 2 games matching the total from his previous 20 (twenty) #LFC appearances
5 more vs Real tonight, so 10 in 2 games matching the total from his previous 20 (twenty) #LFC appearances
Last seasons midfield *with a fit Mac Allister* makes #LFC a completely proposition. All of a sudden Konate looks better AND Bradley looks better..2 clean sheets, only 1 big chance, 0.8xga.
November 4, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Last seasons midfield *with a fit Mac Allister* makes #LFC a completely proposition. All of a sudden Konate looks better AND Bradley looks better..2 clean sheets, only 1 big chance, 0.8xga.
Conor picked a good night to get his mojo back. Been the worst regular starter by a margin this season- and I'm one of his biggest fans! #lfc
November 4, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Conor picked a good night to get his mojo back. Been the worst regular starter by a margin this season- and I'm one of his biggest fans! #lfc
Watching Prime Vision is a perfect evolution for a nerd like me.
22 player ball tracking at all times plus popups for sprint speeds, distances, XG, xSave, possession values and more
22 player ball tracking at all times plus popups for sprint speeds, distances, XG, xSave, possession values and more
November 4, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Watching Prime Vision is a perfect evolution for a nerd like me.
22 player ball tracking at all times plus popups for sprint speeds, distances, XG, xSave, possession values and more
22 player ball tracking at all times plus popups for sprint speeds, distances, XG, xSave, possession values and more