Quantitative analysis of different aspects of goals in the 2023 women's world cup
Abstract
Introduction: Women's football has gained significant popularity but continues to need help with the availability of statistical data compared to men's football. As the primary objective on the field, goals need more detailed studies in the context of women's football. This study aimed to conduct a quantitative analysis of goals scored during the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. Materials and Methods: 163 goals from 64 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup matches were analyzed. The analysis included goals scored for and against and those scored in extra time. Data were segmented by game time, players' tactical positions, physical means of scoring, and field location. Results: Most goals were scored in the final minutes of the matches, especially during the group stage (19.84%). Open-play goals dominated (70.16% in the group stage), with forwards being the primary goal scorers. In terms of location, the majority of goals were scored within the penalty box. Conclusion: During the group stage, goals tended to be scored in the final minutes, while in the round of 16 and quarter-finals, most goals occurred in the first half. In the tournament's final stages, goals were scored at varying times without a consistent temporal pattern. Most goals resulted from open play, with forwards being the key contributors. Regarding location, most goals were scored inside the penalty box, followed by the goal area, with long-range goals being less frequent.
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