Statistical Preview: Morecambe (A)

Statistical Preview: Morecambe vs Scunthorpe United

Scunthorpe go into this fixture on a great run of form, having won their last four games they reside in the National League play-off positions. Morecambe, on the other hand, have only won one of their last five games and are looking to climb out of the relegation zone. 

Andy’s Bet Club’s football analyst will break down Morecambe’s recent clash with Carlisle to see what the statistics indicate about how they might set up against Scunthorpe.

Carlisle United vs Morecambe

Morecambe dominated the ball in the game with a possession of 56%, but it was the home side who created the better goalscoring chances. Carlisle created an Expected Goals (xG) of 1.77 with Morecambe creating an xG of 1.38.

Despite it being a fairly low-scoring game, both sides managed to gain a lot of territory with over five corners eac,h and both were able to create over 10 shots.

Although both sides created a lot of opportunities, Carlisle were a lot more accurate when they were in front of goal. The home side directed 57% of their shots on target, whereas the visitors only managed to direct 27% of their shots on target.

Final Thoughts

Despite currently sitting in the relegation zone, Morecambe have seen a lot of the ball so far this season, with an average ball possession of 55.4%. In comparison, Scunthorpe have had an average ball possession of 49.2%.

However, when out of possession, Morecambe have been a lot less on the front foot with a PPDA (Passes per Defensive Action) of 13.14. Scunthorpe sit at the other end of the table when it comes to pressing statistics, with a PPDA of 9.6,8 which shows they have been a lot more intense off the ball.

Morecambe have regularly lined up in a 4-5-1 this season, but have occasionally switched to a 3-4-3, so it will be intriguing to see how they shape up against an in-form Scunthorpe, who have played a 4-3-3 for the majority this season.

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