Call me old fashioned but rather than slaving over these hot sexy statistics, I tend to judge the team by watching them play. This year we look much more of a threat in the final 3rd with much more pace. We still have an excellent defence (including the keeper upgrade) and one of the best midfields in the country.
Koeman appears to be more flexible in his tactical approach and I don't need a spare part to interpret what he says.
Overall, imho, we are better off than last year.
I am therefore happier.