I′ve been following sports for years, and I can′t count how many times I′ve watched a game with high hopes only to be let down by unexpected outcomes. For instance, last season′s playoffs saw my favorite team lose despite having better possession stats and more shots on goal. It made me realize that traditional metrics don′t always tell the full story. I′m curious—what key player statistics should I look at to better predict match outcomes? Are there advanced metrics or specific performance indicators that could give a clearer picture of a team′s potential success?