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Overview
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Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Explosive recovery pace lets him erase gaps against quick forwards. (conf 0.85)
Elite straight-line speed for a centre-back, rare asset in Madrid's high line. (conf 0.85)
Turns and pivots well for his frame, though returning from long ACL layoffs. (conf 0.75)
Solid engine but recent injury history limits sustained match sharpness. (conf 0.6)
Control
Comfortable receiving under pressure to launch Madrid's build-up. (conf 0.65)
Can carry the ball out of defense but not a primary creative dribbler. (conf 0.6)
Strong frame lets him hold off strikers in physical duels. (conf 0.7)
Clean enough technique for long clearances and occasional forward passes. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Reliable in possession as part of Madrid's back line rotations. (conf 0.65)
Capable of switching play though not a standout distributor. (conf 0.6)
Rarely tasked with crossing given his central defensive role. (conf 0.5)
Reads passing lanes adequately but not a deep-lying playmaker type. (conf 0.55)
Chance threat
Occasional set-piece goal threat but limited overall attacking output. (conf 0.5)
Rarely shoots outside structured set-piece opportunities. (conf 0.45)
Timed runs on corners have produced goals in big matches. (conf 0.5)
Not a primary dead-ball taker, contributes mainly as an aerial target. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Commanding in the air at both boxes, a genuine set-piece weapon. (conf 0.85)
Combative and physically dominant in one-on-one defensive duels. (conf 0.8)
Defense
Engages aggressively when stepping out to close down attackers. (conf 0.6)
Timely interceptions and last-ditch tackles built on elite recovery speed. (conf 0.75)
Generally well organized, though occasional lapses have shown under pressure. (conf 0.75)
Mental
Mostly calm in possession but has shown rash moments in big fixtures. (conf 0.65)
Sound game management overall with occasional aggressive misjudgments. (conf 0.6)
Diligent tracking back and covering for teammates defensively. (conf 0.7)
Resilience
Suffered two separate ACL tears, significantly disrupting his career timeline. (conf 0.8)
Outlook
Still in prime years but recurring serious injuries cloud his trajectory. (conf 0.6)
Established Real Madrid and Brazil centre-back with major trophy pedigree. (conf 0.75)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Éder Militão is a powerful, quick Brazilian centre-back at Real Madrid known for his recovery pace, aerial dominance, and combativeness in duels. Capable of playing right-back when needed, he has been a key piece of Madrid's defense since arriving from Porto, though his career has been repeatedly interrupted by serious knee injuries, including multiple ACL tears. When fit, he offers elite physical tools and composure on the ball for a defender, forming part of Brazil's national team pool.
Suffered a torn ACL in 2023 and again later, forcing lengthy rehabilitation spells.
Joined Real Madrid from FC Porto and has won multiple LaLiga and Champions League titles with the club.