Work out football goal difference instantly with clear inputs, formula shown and shareable results.
Goal difference is goals for minus goals against; the per-match figure normalises it so teams that have played different numbers of games can be compared. Goal difference is the first tiebreak in most leagues, and the per-match version is the better predictor of where a side will finish.
Goal difference
GD = goals scored - goals conceded
Per match
GD per match = GD / matches played
GD = goals scored - goals conceded. Goal difference is goals for minus goals against; the per-match figure normalises it so teams that have played different numbers of games can be compared.
Goal difference is the first tiebreak in most leagues, and the per-match version is the better predictor of where a side will finish.
Enter goals scored, goals conceded, matches played. The defaults shown are a realistic worked example — swap in your own figures to get a result you can use.