målSLOSLI

MålSLOSLI is a metric used in sports analytics to quantify how quickly a team converts a loss of possession into a goal. The term is discussed primarily in the context of team sports with continuous play, such as football (soccer) and ice hockey, where rapid transitions after regaining the ball are a key performance factor. The concept can be adapted to other sports that track possession and scoring events.

Calculation and data requirements: MålSLOSLI is typically calculated by identifying sequences in play-by-play data where the defending team loses possession to the opponent, followed by the first goal scored by the original attacking team within a defined time window (for example 60 seconds). The value for a match is the average of these intervals across qualifying sequences. Variants exist: some analyses count only goals within the window, while others treat longer gaps as censored data. Data quality and event timing precision are crucial for reliable estimates.

Interpretation and limitations: Lower målSLOSLI values suggest faster, more efficient transitions from turnover to goal, indicating effective counter-attacks or immediate pressure after regaining possession. Higher values may reflect slower build-up play or weaker finishing after a turnover. Limitations include differences in game pace, officiating, tactical styles, and the length of the chosen time window, all of which can influence comparability across leagues and teams.

Applications: Analysts use målSLOSLI to assess team transition quality, inform training focus on counter-attack efficiency, and complement other metrics such as possession, passing sequences, and expected goals. It is most informative when contextualized within broader performance profiles.