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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
At 36, explosive burst has faded, typical of a veteran Liga Portugal midfielder. (conf 0.35)
Straight-line pace is below average for the level given his age. (conf 0.35)
Retains modest change-of-direction ability suited to a deep midfield role. (conf 0.32)
Manages minutes as a veteran but lacks the engine of younger peers. (conf 0.32)
Control
Clean enough control to function in a mid-table Primeira Liga side. (conf 0.35)
Limited take-on threat, relies more on positioning than carrying. (conf 0.32)
Uses experience and body positioning to protect possession under pressure. (conf 0.32)
Adequate but unremarkable strike quality from range for a central midfielder. (conf 0.3)
Distribution
Reliable circulation passing expected of an experienced Tondela midfielder. (conf 0.4)
Can switch play competently within a lower-mid Liga Portugal system. (conf 0.35)
Rarely a crossing threat operating centrally rather than out wide. (conf 0.3)
Experienced game-reading helps him find simple progressive options. (conf 0.35)
Chance threat
Not known as a goal threat from central midfield. (conf 0.3)
Generally sensible about when to shoot, typical of a seasoned pro. (conf 0.3)
Positions intelligently but without notable attacking runs at this stage. (conf 0.3)
Not established as a set-piece taker at Tondela. (conf 0.3)
Duels
Average aerial presence for a central midfielder of his build. (conf 0.3)
Competes well in duels using experience and timing rather than athleticism. (conf 0.35)
Defense
Reduced pressing output consistent with a veteran's conserved energy. (conf 0.32)
Reads passing lanes well enough to break up opposition attacks at times. (conf 0.32)
Veteran positional discipline is his main defensive asset in midfield. (conf 0.38)
Mental
Calm under pressure, a trait built from years of senior football. (conf 0.4)
Experience gives him sound judgment in possession for a lower-table side. (conf 0.38)
Puts in honest effort but covers less ground than in his prime. (conf 0.32)
Resilience
No major injury history known, though age raises durability risk. (conf 0.3)
Outlook
At 36, minimal remaining upward trajectory left in his career. (conf 0.4)
Modestly known within Portuguese lower-tier football, no wider profile. (conf 0.35)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Hélder Tavares is a veteran Cape Verdean central midfielder now playing out his career with Tondela in Liga Portugal Betclic. At 36, he offers experience, positional sense and calm distribution more than athleticism or explosiveness. His game is built around simple, effective passing and disciplined positioning rather than standing out in duels or attacking output.