Teams with more possession struggle in Premier League matches this season
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 6:10 AM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
In the ongoing 2026-27 Premier League season, teams with over 60% possession have only won 36.4% of their matches. This is a drop from 53.5% last year. The performance of teams like Chelsea showcases a trend where clubs achieve success with less possession, as seen in Chelsea's wins over Fulham and Brighton with minimal ball control. The increasing prevalence of man-to-man pressure tactics has complicated possession strategies, impacting traditional philosophies around ball control. The situation raises questions about the effectiveness of possession-based football in current match contexts.
- •Only 36.4% of teams with 60% possession have won this season.
- •Chelsea recorded just 25.6% possession in their 4-3 win over Brighton.
- •Manchester United averages 1.5 points per game with over 50% possession.
- •Teams may struggle with man-to-man pressure complicating traditional possession play.
- •The focus is shifting towards effective counter-attacking tactics.
- 6:10 AMYahoo Sports — Is Premier League possession football on way out?
- 6:10 AMBBC Sport — Is Premier League possession football on way out?
"Only 36% of teams with more than 60% possession have won this season in the Premier League. BBC Sport looks at why?
"Only 36% of teams with more than 60% possession have won this season in the Premier League. BBC Sport looks at why?
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 28, 2026, 6:10 AMIs Premier League possession football on way out?
Only 36% of teams with more than 60% possession have won this season in the Premier League. BBC Sport looks at why?
- BBC SportSep 28, 2026, 6:10 AMIs Premier League possession football on way out?
Only 36% of teams with more than 60% possession have won this season in the Premier League. BBC Sport looks at why?
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