David Silva is leading Real Sociedad in key passes per match, according to data from Opta. The Spanish midfielder has made 12 key passes so far this season, which ranks him first among all players in La Liga.
Key passes are defined as successful passes that result in a shot on goal or a corner kick. In other words, they're the passes that have the most impact on the game. By making more key passes than any other player in the league, David Silva is showing his value to the team and helping them to win games.
This isn't the first time that David Silva has been recognized for his passing ability. He was named the Premier League Player of the Month for November last year after making 96 key passes during the month. He also won the PFA Player of the Year award in 2015-16, thanks in part to his impressive passing statistics.
Despite his success, David Silva hasn't always had the easiest time at Real Sociedad. He spent much of the first half of the season on the bench, but he's starting to get more playing time lately. He scored a crucial goal against Sevilla in December, and he played a key role in the team's 4-2 victory over Barcelona in January.
Overall, it looks like David Silva is having a great season with Real Sociedad. His passing ability is clearly a big part of why the team is doing well, and he's proving himself to be one of the best midfielders in the league. It will be interesting to see how he continues to perform in the coming weeks and months.