Chelsea host Everton at Stamford Bridge in Saturday’s late kickoff.
This weekend sees Chelsea host Everton at Stamford Bridge for Saturday’s late kick-off.
The game should prove to be a fascinating affair, with Antonio Conte’s side fourth in the table and Everton just four points behind them in sixth.
The two sides success has been built on strong defences, with Everton enjoying the third best defensive record in the league and Chelsea the joint fourth.
Key players in either back lines are David Luiz and Ashley Williams, with both defenders quickly establishing themselves at their clubs since arriving in the summer.
But who has had the better start to the season so far? We decided to take a look at the stats to find out.
| Won Tackle per Game | Interception Won per Game | Duels Won per Game | Aerial Duels Won Per Game | Poss Won Def 3rd per Game | Ball Recoveries per Game | Accurate Passes per Game | Passing Accuracy | Appearances | Mins Played | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Luiz | 1.17 | 1.67 | 3.67 | 1.67 | 3.17 | 4.83 | 38 | 84% | 6 | 540 |
| Ashley Williams | 0.89 | 1.33 | 4.22 | 2.11 | 2.67 | 4 | 35.33 | 84% | 9 | 729 |
As it turns out it is the Chelsea man, who came out on top in five of the eight areas analysed.
So far this season he has won more tackles per game, 1.1 compared to 0.8 and more interceptions per game, 1.6 compared to 1.3.
Williams has been better when it comes to defensive duels, though, winning more per game, 4.2 compared to 3.6 and winning more aerial duels, 2.1 compare to 1.6.
Chelsea’s David Luiz celebrates after the match
Luiz is top when it comes to winning back the ball, winning the ball back in the defensive third more often and posting more ball recoveries, 4.8 compared to four.
The Brazilian has also been the better passer, registering more accurate passes per game, although they are level when it comes to passing accuracy.
A win overall for Luiz, though, and Chelsea will be hoping he comes out on top again when they host Everton on Saturday afternoon.
Everton’s Ashley Williams applauds fans after the match
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