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Close but Cursed: Tottenham Fall Short Against Leeds

Leeds 1-0 Tottenham (xG: 2.0-0.8). The numbers match the result.

1 - 0
xG: 2.0 - 0.8
LeedsxG 2.05 β†’ 1 goal
1.05 xG left on the table
TottenhamxG 0.80 β†’ 0 goals
0.80 xG left on the table
CURSD Verdict
Tottenham
-28
Unlucky πŸ˜”
Leeds
+28
Lucky 😏
November 7, 2026

CURSD Match Report: Tottenham πŸ˜” Unlucky (-28) | Leeds 😏 Lucky (+28)

Leeds created 2.05 xG. Tottenham created 0.80 xG. The scoreboard read 1-0. The data says Tottenham deserved more from this match.

The Data

StatLeedsTottenham
xG2.050.80
Goals10
Shots (on target)16 (4)7 (4)
Shots inside box115
Possession39%61%
Corners64
GK saves42
Fouls1116
Cards (Y/R)2/03/0

Key Events

79' Goal - Noah Okafor (Leeds)

Verdict

- Leeds created 2.05 xG, scored 1 - Tottenham created 0.80 xG, scored 0 - Leeds GK made 4 saves

CURSD Match Score: Tottenham -28 (Unlucky) | Leeds +28 (Lucky)

The xG share gap between process and outcome defines this match's luck signature. Tottenham deserved a better outcome.

Match Stats

LeedsTottenham
1Goals0
2.0xG0.8
16Shots7
39%Possession61%
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Common Questions

Close but Cursed: Tottenham Fall Short Against Leeds?

Leeds 1-0 Tottenham (xG: 2.0-0.8). The numbers match the result.

Which team is the most cursed in Premier League?

Tottenham currently has the lowest CURSD Luck Score in Premier League: Leeds 1-0 Tottenham (xG: 2.0-0.8). The numbers match the result.

Which team is the most blessed in Premier League?

Leeds currently has the highest CURSD Luck Score in Premier League.

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