Premier League Team's Strongest Traits This Season

The Lead

The Guardian's Football Style Awards celebrate process over results, analyzing data from a new football app called futi to identify each Premier League team's strongest trait this season.

Arsenal's Defensive Prowess

Arsenal have allowed the fewest goals in the English top-flight and have been one of the most impenetrable defenses in almost every phase of the game, making them a tough team to beat.

Manchester City's Dribbling Skills

Manchester City lead the league in take-ons and progressive carries, with players like Jérémy Doku and Matheus Nunes showcasing exceptional dribbling skills.

Manchester United's Versatility

Manchester United have made significant progress this season, with a versatile team that can play in different styles, including Press and Possess.

Aston Villa's Grounded Style

Aston Villa, under Unai Emery, have focused on keeping the game on the ground, spending less time in high ball phases and going up for fewer headers.

Liverpool's Progress

Liverpool have shown positives this season, including leading the league in progressive passes and passes into the penalty area.

Bournemouth's Chaos

Bournemouth, under Andoni Iraola, have adopted a chaotic style, spending a lot of time in loose ball or high ball situations.

Brighton's Buildup Play

Brighton have consistently found ways to play through pressure, with a 67% buildup success rate, the highest in the league.

Brentford's Set-Piece Expertise

Brentford have excelled at set-pieces, with the most expected goals from set pieces in the league, thanks to their aggressive dead-ball tactics.

The Impact Analysis

The analysis highlights the unique strengths of each Premier League team, showcasing their adaptability and strategies in different areas of the game.

The Prediction

As teams continue to evolve and adapt, these strengths will likely play a crucial role in their future performances, influencing the outcome of matches and the league standings.