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Save percentage is a key performance metric in sports like soccer and hockey that measures a goalkeeper's effectiveness in stopping shots on goal. It represents the percentage of shots faced that were successfully saved.
The calculator uses the save percentage formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates the ratio of saves to total shots and converts it to a percentage by multiplying by 100.
Details: Save percentage is crucial for evaluating goalkeeper performance, comparing players, making team selection decisions, and tracking improvement over time. A higher percentage indicates better shot-stopping ability.
Tips: Enter the number of saves made and total shots faced. Both values must be valid (shots > 0, saves between 0 and shots).
Q1: What is considered a good save percentage?
A: In professional soccer, a save percentage above 70% is generally considered good, while above 80% is excellent. The benchmark varies by sport and competition level.
Q2: Does save percentage account for shot difficulty?
A: No, basic save percentage treats all shots equally. Advanced metrics like expected goals (xG) are often used alongside save percentage to account for shot quality.
Q3: Can save percentage be over 100%?
A: No, since saves cannot exceed total shots faced, save percentage ranges from 0% to 100%.
Q4: How does save percentage differ from goals against average?
A: Save percentage measures stopping ability as a percentage, while goals against average measures goals conceded per game or per minute played.
Q5: Should save percentage be the only metric to evaluate goalkeepers?
A: No, while important, it should be considered alongside other factors like distribution, command of area, and decision-making for comprehensive evaluation.