XCR (Cross Completion Rate)

XCR, an abbreviation for “Cross Completion Rate” in football, measures the percentage of crosses delivered into the penalty area that are successfully received by a teammate. The XCR metric is instrumental in evaluating a player’s proficiency in delivering accurate crosses and a team’s effectiveness in capitalizing on crossing opportunities.

Players with a high XCR demonstrate their ability to deliver precise and well-timed crosses, which significantly contribute to creating goal-scoring chances and applying pressure on the opposition’s defense. A successful cross can lead to potential scoring opportunities from headers or volleys, making XCR an important factor in evaluating a player’s or team’s offensive capabilities.

Coaches and analysts closely monitor XCR data to assess players’ crossing abilities, identify key contributors to attacking play, and devise strategies to optimize goal-scoring opportunities from wide areas.