ST
David James McGoldrick
ST · Centre-Forward · Channel runner
38y·Republic of Ireland
Apps33
Min2,235
G14P89
A3P67
xG12.3P89
xA2.5P68
Rating6.85
Form
DDLDL
Strong sampleVeteran (33+)
Attributes
Shooting
GoalsGoalsGoals scored in open play and from set pieces.14
xGExpected GoalsExpected goals — the probability an average player would have scored each chance the player took, summed across the season.12.32
ShotsShotsTotal shot attempts across the season, including on-target, off-target, and blocked.63
Shots on TargetShots on TargetShots that either resulted in a goal or were saved by the keeper.29
Passing
AssistsAssistsFinal pass leading directly to a teammate's goal.3
xAExpected AssistsExpected assists — the probability the teammate receiving each final pass would have scored from that chance.2.46
Key PassesKey PassesPasses that create a shot for a teammate but don't result in an assist.16
Pass AccuracyPass Completion %Percentage of pass attempts that reached a teammate.77%
Progressive PassesProgressive PassesPasses that move the ball meaningfully toward the opponent's goal.70
Possession
DribblesDribbles CompletedSuccessful take-ons beating a defender on the dribble.29
Progressive CarriesProgressive CarriesBall carries that move the ball meaningfully toward goal.41
Box TouchesTouches in BoxOpen-play touches taken inside the opposition penalty area.106
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Centre-Forward · Channel runner
A prolific finisher with 89th percentile goal output and strong shot quality. Contributes less in defensive phases, best suited to systems that prioritize vertical attacking play.
strong xgstrong goalsstrong shotslimited duels won %
A solid forward with a balanced profile across key metrics.
Role Suitability