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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Reasonable recovery speed typical of a modern Portuguese top-flight centre-back. (conf 0.5)
Good straight-line pace to cover in behind against Liga Portugal attackers. (conf 0.5)
Adequate turning and lateral movement for a tall centre-back profile. (conf 0.45)
Copes well with the physical demands of a 90-minute defensive shift. (conf 0.45)
Control
Clean enough control to receive under pressure from goalkeeper build-up. (conf 0.45)
Limited ball-carrying ambition, prefers safe progression over take-ons. (conf 0.45)
Uses frame reasonably to protect the ball when closed down. (conf 0.45)
Not known for driven passes, more a functional distributor. (conf 0.4)
Distribution
Comfortable in short combinations within a possession-based defensive line. (conf 0.5)
Occasional switches but not a standout range passer. (conf 0.4)
Rarely involved in crossing situations as a central defender. (conf 0.4)
Reads simple progressive passing lanes adequately for his level. (conf 0.4)
Chance threat
Limited attacking output typical of a young centre-back. (conf 0.4)
Rarely shoots, mostly restricted to set-piece opportunities. (conf 0.35)
Sensible positioning on set pieces without being a major attacking threat. (conf 0.4)
Not a designated set-piece taker at this stage of his career. (conf 0.35)
Duels
Solid height and jumping ability give him an edge in defensive boxes. (conf 0.5)
Competes well one-on-one against Liga Portugal forwards. (conf 0.5)
Defense
Engages attackers from the back line with reasonable urgency. (conf 0.45)
Timely interventions and interceptions befitting a rotation Sporting CB. (conf 0.45)
Generally sound structural awareness within a well-drilled Sporting backline. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Mostly steady on the ball though can be tested by intense pressing. (conf 0.45)
Sensible risk management typical of a developing top-flight defender. (conf 0.45)
Consistent defensive effort across matches at Sporting CP. (conf 0.45)
Resilience
No significant injury history known at this stage of his career. (conf 0.4)
Outlook
Mid-20s centre-back with room to grow into a regular top-flight starter. (conf 0.45)
Known within Portuguese football circles but not yet a wider name. (conf 0.45)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Eduardo Quaresma is a young Portuguese centre-back at Sporting CP, valued for his aerial presence, physical competitiveness, and calm distribution out from the back. He is a product of the Portuguese academy system who has progressed through loan spells and squad rotation to fight for minutes in a talented Sporting defensive unit. His game centres on positional discipline and duels rather than progressive ball-carrying, fitting the profile of a modern, composed stopper still sharpening his consistency at the highest level.
Came through the Sporting CP academy system as a centre-back.
Has featured on loan away from Sporting CP to gain first-team experience.