Yes, team performance does influence individual match ratings, though the degree to which it affects a player’s rating can vary depending on several factors. In general, a player’s rating is not judged solely on their individual performance but is also influenced by the team’s overall success or failure during a match.

Here’s how team performance impacts individual ratings:

1. Success or Failure of the Team

• Winning Teams: If a player’s team wins the match, it generally boosts individual ratings, especially if the player contributed to the win through goals, assists, key defensive actions, or leadership. In contrast, a player on a losing team, even with a good individual performance, may receive a lower rating because team success is often factored in when evaluating performance.
• Losing Teams: When a player’s team loses, even if the player performed well individually, their rating could be affected negatively. This is because a player’s efforts are often seen as less impactful when the team fails to secure a result.

Example: If a player scores a goal but their team loses 3-1, the player may still receive a decent rating for their contribution but it will likely be lower than a player who scored a similar goal in a 3-1 victory. Team success can be a factor in raising or lowering ratings.

2. Overall Team Performance

• Positive Team Performance: If the team is dominant or has a great collective performance, individual players tend to get higher ratings. When the entire team is performing well, it’s often easier for players to look good, and even a moderate individual performance can be rated higher due to the team’s overall success.
• Negative Team Performance: On the flip side, if the team plays poorly (e.g., failing to create chances, conceding multiple goals), individual players may receive lower ratings. Even if a player does their best, poor team play, such as lack of support or defensive errors, can negatively affect their overall rating.

Example: A forward who scores a goal but does little else in a match where the team dominates the opposition might still receive a high rating, as the overall positive performance of the team boosts the individual ratings of all players involved. However, in a match where the team struggles and gets dominated, that same forward may receive a lower rating, despite scoring.

3. Context of the Goal or Contribution

• Crucial Contributions: In matches where the team’s performance is poor, an individual’s contribution (such as scoring the only goal or creating an assist) can be highlighted and seen as more significant, which could increase their rating despite the team losing. Conversely, in dominant wins, players who score easy goals or have less impactful contributions may receive a lower rating because the team’s success is more about collective effort.

Example: A player who scores a goal in the dying minutes of the match to secure a draw or a win will likely get a much higher rating than a player who scores during garbage time when the result is already decided.

4. Defensive Players and Team Performance

• Team Defending: The performance of defenders or goalkeepers is heavily impacted by the team’s overall defensive shape. If a team has a solid defense and is difficult to break down, individual defenders or goalkeepers are likely to receive higher ratings, even if their personal actions weren’t spectacular.
• Team Defensive Failures: Conversely, a defender on a team that concedes multiple goals may receive a lower rating, even if their individual performance was solid. This is because defending is often seen as a team effort, and individual defensive mistakes can be seen as part of the wider team’s failure to maintain shape.

Example: A goalkeeper might make several good saves, but if their team concedes multiple goals due to defensive mistakes, their rating will often reflect the team’s defensive failings, even if the goalkeeper performed well.

5. Player’s Role in the Team’s System

• A player’s role within the team’s tactical system also impacts how their individual performance is rated. Players who are key to the team’s success, whether by scoring goals, assisting, or organizing the defense, tend to receive higher ratings when the team performs well overall. In contrast, players who are out of sync with the team’s performance or don’t execute their role effectively may be rated poorly, even if their team wins.

Example: A defensive midfielder might have a quiet game in terms of stats but still get a high rating if the team is in control and he’s breaking up the opposition’s attacks effectively. Conversely, a central defender in a high-line system who makes errors in a loss will likely get a poor rating, even if they made some good tackles.

6. Momentum and Emotional Influence

• In high-stakes matches, like cup finals or important league games, the momentum of the match can play a psychological role in ratings. A team’s ability to withstand pressure or take control during key moments of the game can lead to individual players being credited for staying composed or performing under pressure, even if their statistics don’t look outstanding.

Example: A player who holds the ball under pressure or creates a goal under high tension in a match can receive high ratings even if the team’s overall performance was mixed, because their contribution was vital to the team’s momentum.

7. Assistance from Teammates

• Teamwork and Support: If a player is supported well by their teammates, they might have an easier time playing well, which can result in a higher rating. For example, an attacking player who receives good service and passes will likely have a higher rating if their teammates are creating chances for them.
• If a player plays alone or is isolated from the rest of the team, their individual performance might be negatively affected, even if they are performing well. A lack of support can make a player’s efforts appear less effective.

Example: A forward who has a good relationship with their midfielders and wingers might have more chances and space to operate, leading to a higher rating. On the other hand, if a forward is playing in a team that’s not providing service or passing poorly, their rating may suffer.

8. Role in the Game’s Outcome

• Key Contributions in Close Matches: Players who make the difference in tight or crucial games often see their ratings rise. For instance, players who score in close games (especially game-winners) or make important assists in important matches will likely get higher ratings, even if their overall performance might not have been perfect.