# Types

### Expected Types

We calculate several different  expected values. Find below the types with the description or their meaning.

<table><thead><tr><th width="91">ID</th><th>Name</th><th>Description</th><th data-hidden>Code</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>5304</td><td><code>EXPECTED_GOALS</code></td><td>Quantifies the quality of scoring chances based on various factors.</td><td>expected-goals</td></tr><tr><td>5305</td><td><code>EXPECTED_GOALS_ON_TARGET</code></td><td>The probability of a shot on target resulting in a goal in football based on the post-shot model. </td><td>expected-goals-on-target</td></tr><tr><td>7939</td><td><code>EXPECTED_POINTS</code></td><td>Assesses team performance based on the quality of chances created and conceded, predicting the expected points earned from fixtures.</td><td>expected-points</td></tr><tr><td>7940</td><td><code>EXPECTED_GOALS_PENALTIES</code></td><td>The expected value of of scoring goals from penalties.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>7941</td><td><code>EXPECTED_GOALS_FREE_KICKS</code></td><td>The expected value of scoring goals from direct free-kick situations.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>7942</td><td><code>EXPECTED_GOALS_CORNERS</code></td><td>The expected value of scoring goals from corner kicks.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>7943</td><td><code>EXPECTED_NON_PENALTY_GOALS</code></td><td>The expected value of goals from open play and set-piece scenarios excluding penalties in football.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>7944</td><td><code>EXPECTED_GOALS_SET_PLAY</code></td><td>The expected value of scoring from set-piece situations like free kicks and corners in football.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>7945</td><td><code>EXPECTED_GOALS_OPEN_PLAY</code></td><td>The expected value of scoring from open play situations, excluding set pieces and penalties, in football.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>9684</td><td><code>EXPECTED_GOALS_DIFFERENCE</code></td><td>Calculates the difference between a team's xG for and against.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>9685</td><td><code>SHOOTING_PERFORMANCE</code></td><td>Measures how well a team or player shoots. It compares the xGOT to the expected goals (xG). When a team/player's xGOT surpasses its xG, it signifies its proficiency in taking higher-quality shots relative to the quality of the team's or player's chances. With this type, you can decide if a player is a player or the team is overperforming or underperforming, or performing as expected based on the quality of the chances they created.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>9686</td><td><code>EXPECTED_GOALS_PREVENTED</code></td><td>The difference between the actual goals conceded by a team and the expected goals conceded based on the quality of shots faced.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>9687</td><td><code>EXPECTED_GOALS_AGAINST</code></td><td>Calculates the expected number of goals a team is expected to concede based on the quality of scoring opportunities their opponents create.</td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>

*\*xG is also available at the season, player and team levels. xPTS is also available as standings detail.*

You can find a full explanation of each value in our dedicated [blog](https://www.sportmonks.com/blogs/xg-explained/).