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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Quick recovery pace lets him cover in behind despite occasional positional risk. (conf 0.7)
Genuine speed to track runners even when caught upfield. (conf 0.7)
Comfortable turning and adjusting body shape in one-on-one duels. (conf 0.65)
Covers both full-back and centre-back roles across a demanding Ligue 1 season. (conf 0.6)
Control
Reliable control under pressure when stepping into midfield areas. (conf 0.65)
Willing to carry the ball out of defence and beat a first press with the dribble. (conf 0.65)
Uses strength to protect possession when pressed by forwards. (conf 0.6)
Capable long-range and driven passing technique rather than a shooting threat. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Progresses play cleanly from the back in Marseille's possession structure. (conf 0.65)
Switches play and finds diagonals with good weight and accuracy. (conf 0.65)
Serviceable delivery from wide areas when deployed at left-back. (conf 0.5)
Spots progressive passing lanes typical of a ball-playing defender. (conf 0.6)
Chance threat
Not a goal threat, with only occasional set-piece contributions. (conf 0.45)
Rarely shoots, staying disciplined in his defensive remit. (conf 0.45)
Sensible positioning to offer passing angles from deep. (conf 0.55)
Not a designated set-piece taker for his teams. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Competes well in the box despite being undersized for a centre-back. (conf 0.65)
Combative tackler who wins a high share of one-on-one confrontations. (conf 0.7)
Defense
Engages aggressively higher up the pitch within Marseille's press. (conf 0.6)
Reads passing lanes to intercept and break up opposition attacks. (conf 0.65)
Generally sound but has shown lapses of concentration in prior seasons. (conf 0.6)
Mental
Calm in possession though occasionally rash in tackle timing. (conf 0.6)
Balances risk-taking on the ball with defensive duty reasonably well. (conf 0.6)
Covers ground relentlessly across both full-back and centre-back duties. (conf 0.65)
Resilience
Has dealt with notable injury spells, including a serious knee issue at Lens. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Entering his prime but ceiling is versatile squad regular rather than superstar. (conf 0.55)
Well regarded in Ligue 1 and part of the wider Argentina national team picture. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Facundo Medina is a versatile Argentine defender capable of playing centre-back or left-back, known for his physical duels, ball-carrying ability, and willingness to step into midfield with progressive passing. After building his reputation at Lens with combative, front-foot defending, he moved to Marseille where he continues to offer positional flexibility across the back line. His game blends aggression in the tackle with genuine comfort on the ball, though occasional lapses in positioning and injury setbacks have tempered his consistency.
Developed into a key defensive figure during Lens's resurgence in Ligue 1 before joining Marseille.
Regularly used as both a left-back and centre-back due to his versatility and ball-playing skill.