It’s interesting to watch a full match and then compare your impression of individual players with their statistical ratings. How accurate do you generally find automated player ratings, and which positions do you think are hardest to evaluate with numbers?
Do Player Ratings Match What You See on the Pitch?
Bringing this one back up because I’ve been thinking about the same thing. Ratings can miss a lot, especially for defensive midfielders and center-backs who do the unnoticed work. I find goalkeepers are tricky too — a quiet game can still be perfect. Which position do you think stats struggle with most?
Player ratings can be hit or miss depending on the position. Defensive midfielders and fullbacks often get overlooked by stats, while forwards’ numbers match the eye test better. For a quick check, I personally use https://rubiscore.com/ to compare live stats and ratings after matches. Their xG data and detailed breakdowns help me see if a rating actually reflects what I watched on the pitch.