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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Solid but unspectacular burst typical of an experienced full-back in his 30s. (conf 0.5)
Adequate recovery pace though no longer a standout sprinter. (conf 0.5)
Neat footwork in tight defensive duels and quick to change direction. (conf 0.5)
Durable engine built from years of regular full-back duty at a high tempo. (conf 0.5)
Control
Clean control under pressure befitting a long-time top-flight defender. (conf 0.5)
Functional carrying ability rather than a genuine take-on threat. (conf 0.45)
Uses body strength well to protect the ball down the flank. (conf 0.5)
Limited long-range shooting output, not a primary threat with the ball. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Reliable in build-up phases from right-back with tidy distribution. (conf 0.5)
Competent switches of play though not a standout passing range. (conf 0.45)
Delivers serviceable crosses from wide areas when overlapping. (conf 0.45)
Reads passing lanes adequately for a defensively-minded full-back. (conf 0.45)
Chance threat
Rarely involved in direct goalscoring situations as a defender. (conf 0.45)
Sparingly shoots, prioritizing defensive shape over attacking risk. (conf 0.4)
Sensible overlapping runs timed to support the winger ahead of him. (conf 0.45)
Not a designated set-piece taker in his career to date. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Competes reasonably in the air for a full-back, aided by good positioning. (conf 0.5)
Experienced one-on-one defender who reads winger tendencies well. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Applies steady pressure without elite recovery speed at this stage. (conf 0.45)
Timely tackles and interceptions built on positional discipline. (conf 0.5)
Veteran sense of shape and cover honed over a long top-level career. (conf 0.55)
Mental
Calm under pressure, rarely rattled given his experience level. (conf 0.55)
Makes sound, low-risk choices befitting a seasoned defensive pro. (conf 0.5)
Consistent defensive effort and willingness to track back. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
Generally available across seasons with no major long-term injury history known. (conf 0.45)
Outlook
In his mid-30s, largely past his developmental ceiling as a squad option. (conf 0.45)
Known within Belgian and now French football circles from a long Club Brugge career. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Clinton Mata is a versatile Angolan-Belgian defender who spent most of his career as a dependable right-back and occasional centre-back for Club Brugge, where he was a key, long-serving figure. Physically sturdy and defensively disciplined, he reads the game well and offers composed distribution rather than explosive athleticism. Now with Lyon in Ligue 1, he brings experience and squad depth at the back in the latter stage of his career.
Spent many seasons as a mainstay right-back for Club Brugge in the Belgian Pro League.
Capable of playing both right-back and centre-back roles.