Premier League flashback: Statistical analysis of the 1999-2000 season
The Premier League 1999-2000 season saw Manchester United lift the trophy for the sixth time since its inception in 1992-93. After overcoming Arsenal by a point in 1998-99 season, Manchester United passed the 90-point mark in a record-breaking term. We take you back memory lane and look at the statistical analysis of that season.
Man United won the trophy after collecting 91 points from 38 matches. They went on to concede the sixth-lowest goals that season (45). The club also accounted for the best goal difference (+52). They also scored the highest goals that season (97). United registered 28 wins, 7 draws and 3 losses.
Sunderland's Kevin Phillips amassed the highest number of goals (30). For United, Dwight Yorke amassed the most number of goals (20), whereas, Andy Cole (19) scored the second-most goals. Michael Owen and Robbie Fowler registered the most number of hat-tricks (2). United's David Beckham accounted for the most assists (15) alongside Newcastle United's Nolberto Solano.
Manchester United and Arsenal qualified for the Champions League first round. Leeds United qualified for the Champions League third qualifying round. Liverpool, Chelsea and Leicester City qualified for the UEFA Cup first round. Whereas, Aston Villa made it to the Intertoto Cup third round. Wimbledon, Sheffield Wednesday and Watford were the relegated sides.
Chelsea's Ed de Goey accounted for the most number of clean sheets (16). Phillips bagged the Premier League Player of the Year. Whereas, Manchester United's Roy Keane won the PFA Players' Player of the Year. Alex Ferguson won the Premier League Manager of the Season.
