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The 10 most wasteful players in the Premier League for the 2024/25 season featuring Liverpool's Mohamed Salah and Chelsea star, Nicolas Jackson.
The 2024/25 Premier League season was a thrilling ride, with goals flying in and records tumbling as Liverpool lifted the title under Arne Slot.
But for every clinical finish, there were plenty of missed opportunities that left fans groaning.
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Using data from last season’s statistics, we’ve compiled a list of the top 10 most wasteful players in the Premier League, ranked by big chances missed.
Surprisingly, even some of the league’s top scorers, like Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah and Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson, feature prominently due to their squandered opportunities.
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Here’s a closer look at the players who could’ve had even bigger seasons if they’d been sharper in front of goal.
1. Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa) – 27 Big Chances Missed
Goals Scored: 16
Ollie Watkins led Aston Villa’s charge with 16 goals, but his 27 missed big chances make him the Premier League’s most wasteful player this season.
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Despite his knack for finding space, Watkins’ finishing let him down too often, leaving Villa fans dreaming of what could’ve been in their push for European qualification.
2. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) – 24 Big Chances Missed
Goals Scored: 29
The Egyptian King reigned supreme with 29 goals and 18 assists, clinching his fourth Golden Boot and the Premier League title for Liverpool.
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Yet, despite the historic campaign, Salah’s 24 missed big chances show even the best can falter.
His blistering pace and clinical edge were undeniable, but those squandered opportunities kept him from shattering even more records.
3. Erling Haaland (Manchester City) – 21 Big Chances Missed
Goals Scored: 22
Manchester City’s goal machine, Erling Haaland, bagged 22 goals despite an injury-hit campaign.
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However, his 21 missed big chances highlight moments of uncharacteristic wastefulness.
The Norwegian’s raw power and finishing usually make him unstoppable, but this season, he left a few too many goals on the table.
4. Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace) – 19 Big Chances Missed
Goals Scored: 14
Jean-Philippe Mateta was a key figure in Crystal Palace’s mid-table finish, scoring 14 goals.
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But his 19 missed big chances reveal a frustrating inconsistency. Mateta’s aerial prowess and physicality were vital, yet his failure to convert clear-cut opportunities often cost Palace valuable points.
5. Nicolas Jackson (Chelsea) – 19 Big Chances Missed
Goals Scored: 10
Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson showed flashes of brilliance, but his 19 missed big chances and modest tally of 10 goals underline a season of frustration.
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His pace and movement created opportunities, but too many wayward finishes left Chelsea fans exasperated, especially in tight matches where his goals could’ve made the difference.
6. Alexander Isak (Newcastle United) – 18 Big Chances Missed
Goals Scored: 23
Newcastle’s star striker, Alexander Isak, lit up St James’ Park with 23 goals, finishing second in the Golden Boot race.
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Yet, his 18 missed big chances show he could’ve pushed Salah closer. Isak’s elegance and composure were thrilling, but his occasional lapses in front of goal kept him from a truly historic season.
7. Yoane Wissa (Brentford) – 17 Big Chances Missed
Goals Scored: 19
Yoane Wissa enjoyed a breakout season, netting 19 goals for Brentford, forming a deadly partnership with fellow African Bryan Mbeumo.
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However, his 17 missed big chances suggest he could’ve climbed even higher in what was still a remarkable season.
Wissa’s knack for popping up in dangerous areas was undeniable, but his finishing often lacked the precision to match his positioning.
8. Ismaila Sarr (Crystal Palace) – 17 Big Chances Missed
Goals Scored: 8
Ismaila Sarr’s speed and flair added spark to Crystal Palace’s attack, but his 17 missed big chances and just 8 goals highlight a season of unfulfilled potential.
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Sarr’s ability to create chances was evident, but his wayward finishing often left Palace short in crucial moments.
9. Dominic Calvert-Lewin (Everton) – 16 Big Chances Missed
Goals Scored: 3
Dominic Calvert-Lewin endured a tough season, managing only 3 goals while missing 16 big chances.
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Everton’s struggles in attack were compounded by his lack of composure in front of goal.
Despite his aerial dominance and work rate, Calvert-Lewin’s poor conversion rate was a glaring issue.
10. Chris Wood (Nottingham Forest) – 15 Big Chances Missed
Goals Scored: 20
Chris Wood was a revelation for Nottingham Forest, scoring 20 goals to help secure European qualification.
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Yet, his 15 missed big chances show he could’ve added even more to his tally and perhaps helped the Tricky Tees finish even higher.
Wood’s clinical poacher’s instincts were on display, but occasional lapses kept him from perfection.