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Man United lead the Premier League in surprise stat that suggests they should be higher up the table

Manchester United's attacking inefficiency this season have led to a poor Premier League start, despite leading the league in one metric.

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 9:00 AM
Man United lead the Premier League in surprise stat that suggests they should be higher up the table
Key Things to Know
  • Manchester United lead the Premier League with 167 shots despite currently sitting 17th in the table.
  • Michael Carrick's team has converted those attempts into just 10 league goals this season.
  • A league-high 45% of United's shots have been taken from outside the penalty box.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester United lead the Premier League with 167 shots through their first nine games this season despite sitting in 17th place. Michael Carrick's side has struggled with attacking efficiency, converting their league-high shot tally into just 10 goals, leaving them tied on points with 18th-placed Crystal Palace.

According to the report, 45% of United's attempts have been from outside the box, the highest proportion in the division. The Red Devils have also hit the woodwork seven times, joint-most alongside Manchester City, while an ankle injury to striker Benjamin Sesko has further limited their finishing power.

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