Karlsruher SC's On-Field Moments: A Look at the Captivating Statistics Anticipated for the 2024/25 Season
Karlsruher SC's Commendable Eighth Place in 2. Bundesliga
In the final season standings of the 2. Bundesliga, Karlsruher SC secured a commendable eighth place, six points shy of the promotion playoff spot and seven points from a direct promotion spot. As the curtain falls on the 2024/25 season, we examine the strengths and areas for improvement for the Karlsruhe-based club.
Goals and Conceded Goals: Balanced Performances
Karlsruher SC's goal difference of 2 in the 2. Bundesliga is slightly positive, with 57 goals scored and 55 conceded over the course of 34 games. Achieving 52 points through 14 wins, 10 draws, and 10 losses, the club's performances are indicative of a capable squad.
On average, the Karlsruhe-based team conceded 1.62 goals per game, according to kicker's data based on Opta. The league average is slightly lower at 1.51 goals. However, the offense of KSC was above average, with an average of 1.68 goals scored per game.
Modern analysis shows impressive goal efficiency on the part of KSC. The value of xGoals, intended to indicate how many goals can be expected in a game given the respective chances, was 1.40 goals for KSC throughout the season. This indicates that the team has scored more goals than expected, using their chances effectively on average. The team required an average of 12.79 shots per game to achieve their goal tally.
Marvin Wanitzek: KSC's Top Performer
A look at the statistics reveals one standout player for KSC: Captain Marvin Wanitzek. The midfielder was the team's top scorer with 13 goals and the top points scorer with 28 points. Additionally, he received the highest kicker player rating with an average grade of 2.68. Wanitzek played every minute of the season and only goalkeeper Max Weiß joined him in playing all 3360 minutes for KSC.
Offensive and Defensive Statistics
The commitment of KSC is evident in their offensive and defensive statistics. On average, KSC players covered 115.37 kilometers per game, almost matching the league average. However, KSC engaged in fewer duals than most teams, with 89 duals per game (winning 51%), while the league average was 96. In the air, KSC players were exceptionally active, with 30 duals per game (winning 52%).
KSC had slightly less ball possession than their opponents on average, with 49% possession in a game. The team made an average of 416 passes per game, also an average value. 80% of their passes were accurate, exactly the average for second-division teams.
On average, KSC earned 5.09 corners per game, slightly below the league average of 5.19 corners per game. The team was less likely to be caught offside than other teams, with an average of 1.38 offsides per game, compared to the league average of 1.60 offsides per game and team.
A Young and Motivated Team
In addition, it is worth noting that KSC had one of the youngest teams in the league.
Analysis
Karlsruher SC's 2024/25 season was marked by flashes of strong attacking play, but defensive vulnerabilities require attention. Consistency in performance will be crucial for future success. Comparatively, Paderborn's defensive prowess and overall performance presented a strong competitor in the league, offering Karlsruher SC a model to aspire to in terms of defensive solidity and consistency.
Throughout the 2024/25 season, Karlsruher SC's midfielder Marvin Wanitzek demonstrated exceptional performance, serving as the club's top scorer with 13 goals and the highest-rated player by kicker, earning an average grade of 2.68. Additionally, European leagues often highlight the importance of strong squad performances, and KSC's goal difference of 2, 57 goals scored, and 55 conceded over 34 games, indicate a capable squad worthy of consideration in such leagues.
