EPL news: Top 5 defenders who have created most chances this season

Apart from the goals and mid-field brilliance, we have seen the best from the back-line or defenders as they create chances for their teams to score goals in the Premier League.

Defenders are the most important men in a football team and their consistency and ability to hold off attacks under adverse conditions not only strengthens the team but also aids with confidence to the entire set-up.

They work tirelessly to create chances from the back and run up and down the field to ensure they add more features to their game.

The relentlessness to see off attacks on a consistent basis is one but to also help in attack by the creation of chances adds another dimension to their game.

In the current season, we will oversee the defenders who have created the most chances.

AARON CRESSWELL

West Ham United’s left back-cum-center back has been at the heart of his team’s defence this season.

The Englishman has created 43 chances through his key passes.

He has an accuracy passes rate of 79% which shows the effort put in ensuring success.

Cresswell has played 31 matches in the league and assisted 7 goals.

West Ham’s success this season has been largely due to Cresswell’s form.

JOAO CANCELO

The Manchester City defender has created 43 key chances as well this season in a dominating City season.

The right-back has played 24 matches this season and has found the back of the net once along with 3 assists.

Cancelo has been a regular for Pep’s side at right-back and his performances has added confidence to City.

City has conceded the least number of goals this season and a lot of it is due to the Portuguese’s performances.

ANDY ROBERTSON

The Scottish international has created 54 chances this season.

He has played as a left back and mid-fielder this season and hence the chances created has been on the rise.

Liverpool’s defence has been injury prone throughout the season but Robertson has been the stand-out for the Reds.

In 33 matches, he has scored 1 goal and provided 5 assists.

He has a pass accuracy rate of 85% this season and hence his creativity from the back and wings has been commendable.

TRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD

Liverpool’s right back has created 58 chances this season and is becoming one of the most reliable and young English talents in the game.

Arnold has scored 2 goals and provided 5 assists in 31 matches in the Premier League.

Alexander-Arnold’s performances have elevated since the title win last season.

Arnold’s crossing has been the standout feature for Liverpool this season and has added success to his play.

LUKE SHAW

Luke Shaw has created the most chances as a defender this season. The Englishman created 66 chances in the league.

Shaw’s darting runs and successful crossing has added another dimension to his game.

Ole has unlocked a gem in Shaw and the Englishman has been on fire this season.

Shaw is having his best season due to a high work rate and lack of injuries.

The defender has scored 1 goal and assisted 5 in the season.

Shaw’s goal in the Manchester Derby was entirely a work of his own. From the run-made to the finish, it was the best of Luke Shaw.