Clean Sheet
A clean sheet is recorded when a team finishes a match without conceding a goal. It is the headline measure of defensive performance and the basis of two of football's most popular betting markets — "Team to Keep a Clean Sheet" and "Both Teams to Score: No".
What drives clean-sheet probability
Clean sheet probability is far more than historical rate. The real drivers are opposition expected goals (xG), home/away splits, goalkeeper form, recent injuries to the back four, and tactical setup. A team with a strong clean-sheet history facing a clinical attacker can be a poor clean-sheet bet; the inverse is also true.
Final3rd produces a clean sheet probability for both teams in every fixture, alongside the BTTS market, using opposition-adjusted xGA.
Frequently asked questions
Does a goalkeeper get a clean sheet if subbed off?
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A goalkeeper is typically credited with a clean sheet only if they play the full match without conceding. Different statistical providers and competitions apply slightly different rules for partial appearances.