Serie A stats: Which Teams and Players Make the Biggest Impact?
Substitutions can change the course of a match, and in Serie A this season, some teams and players have made the most of their opportunities off the bench. Inter, Lazio, and Atalanta have been the most effective in utilizing their substitutes, while Francisco Conceição has emerged as the league’s ultimate super sub.
In this analysis, we’ll break down the impact of team substitutions using plus-minus statistics in expected goals (xG) vs. actual goals from the moment the first substitution is made.
Which Teams Benefit the Most from Substitutions?
The scatter plot below visualizes plus-minus impact of substitutions in Serie A. The horizontal axis represents xG impact from substitutes, while the vertical axis measures the actual goal difference after making changes.
Key takeaways from the data:
Atalanta, Inter, and Lazio dominate in positive impact, meaning their subs contribute significantly to results.
Juventus and Fiorentina also see strong contributions from the bench.
Lecce, Empoli, and Parma struggle with substitutions, showing a negative impact in both xG and actual results.
Francisco Conceição: Serie A’s Best Super Sub
When it comes to individual performances, Francisco Conceição (Juventus) is leading the way in effectiveness per minute played. Based on the data, he has the highest substitution value.
Here’s a look at the top-performing substitutes this season:
Summary
The data shows that some teams are utilizing their bench far more effectively than others. Atalanta, Inter, and Lazio have found ways to make game-changing substitutions, while Juventus’ Francisco Conceição has been the most effective impact player in Serie A this season.
As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see if struggling teams can adjust their substitution strategies to maximize their squad depth.
