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PPDA (Pressing Intensity) Calculator

Calculate PPDA — Passes Per Defensive Action — to measure a team's pressing intensity.

PPDA calculation

PPDA = opponent passes in their own half ÷ your defensive actions (tackles + interceptions) in that zone.

PPDA

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Frequently asked questions

What PPDA indicates a high press?

Under 8 PPDA is considered a high press at elite level. The Premier League average is around 10-12.

Is low PPDA always better?

Not necessarily — very low PPDA requires enormous fitness and coordination. Teams that press ineffectively and are bypassed become vulnerable.