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The Premier League is not known as the world's most thrilling league for no reason. Despite having the most number of favorites (The Big Six) than any other league in the world, the Premier League is also where the underdogs perform the most. And this year has been no different at all.
From surprising Brentford performances to West Ham and Everton's goal-scoring form, the 2021-22 season has provided us with a lot so far. With over 31 games left to be played in England's top-flight football this season, we are surely in for a ride.
We already have 184 goals scored at a rate of 2.63 goals per match this season. With players having their shooting boots on, this number will see a major rise until the end of the season.
The action-packed season brings us to the topic of the day.
5 Premier League clubs that have taken the most number of shots per game this season
#5 Leeds United — 15
Despite sitting close to the relegation zone, Leeds United are above the majority of Premier League teams when it comes to average shots per game. The Peacocks have an impressive average of 15 shots per game. However, with all these shots in one game, only seven have found the net in total this season.
Without a decent conversion rate, Leeds aren't getting the best out of their attempts towards goal. They made the highest number of attempts (22) against Newcastle. However, the game ended in a draw.
Before heading towards the international break, Leeds' game against Watford saw The Whites try for a goal a whopping 20 times. The same earned them a 1-0 victory.
#4 West Ham United - 16.4
West Ham have always been around the corner as a thorn in the big teams' side. The Hammers hold a reputation of being minnows, yet as a team that would not surprise anybody with a comfortable win against any of the Big Six.
With 14 Premier League goals under their belt so far this season, David Moyes' men are one of the highest-scoring teams in England's top-flight football. They have found a constant goal-scorer in Michail Antonio. He also happens to be the second-highest goal scorer in the Premier League right now.
West Ham United brag about 16.4 shot attempts per match. Their best (in terms of average shot attempts) came against Leeds (20), Brentford (18) and Newcastle (18). Against Newcastle, West Ham scored four goals.
#3 Manchester United — 17.1
Manchester United's 2021-22 season is proving to be vastly different from their previous ones. The arrival of new players, especially their hero — Cristiano Ronaldo, has given the Red Devils newfound confidence. As of now, Ole Gunnar Solskjær's men sit fourth in the league table, just two points shy of the top spot.
A total of 14 goals off seven games means the 20-time Premier League champs have averaged two goals per game. They also possess an impressive 17.1 shot attempts per game. With Bruno Fernandes, Mason Greenwood, Jadon Sancho and Cristiano Ronaldo, these numbers don't come as a surprise after all.
United fans were lucky to witness some high-octane performances at home this season. Surprisingly, the game that saw Manchester United make 28 attempts towards in on goal (the most for them) also saw them succumb to Aston Villa (0-1).
In return, the Red Devils managed to register massive victories over Newcastle (4-1) and Leeds (5-1) and secure 21 and 16 goal attempts respectively.
#2 Manchester City — 18.1
Impressive stats and Manchester City go hand-in-hand. Pep Guardiola's men have always been the frontrunners when it comes to leading the statistics charts. After seven games so far this season, Manchester City have netted 14 times and attempted towards goal a total of 126.7 times.
The Sky Blues boast one of the most formidable attacking players within their ranks. The same is reflected on their scoresheet and in the statsbook. A clear favorite for the title this season, Manchester City are a threat to any opposition. Not just in England but the whole of Europe.
Manchester City have faced all of PL's Big Six, except Manchester United this season. Their best came against Arsenal. Cityzens scored five goals and had 25 shots against the Gunners. They defeated league leaders Chelsea by scoring once (from 15 attempts).
#1 Liverpool — 21
After a below-par season last term, Liverpool are back on top. Jurgen Klopp's men look at their attacking best and have the highest goal attempts in Europe's top five leagues. The Merseysiders have been smashing goals for fun. Their star man Salah's top form is benefitting them in every way.
Liverpool's best came against Crystal Palace. The Reds scored three goals while testing the opposition goal-keeper a total of 25 times. Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane get enough help from their midfielders. The same is one of the major reasons for Liverpool's attacking prowess this year.
