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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Good first steps for a 1.98m defender, helpful when recovering behind the line. (conf 0.35)
Long strides give him solid recovery speed for such a tall centre-back. (conf 0.35)
Height and length limit his turning in tight spaces against smaller forwards. (conf 0.3)
Young and athletic; handles the physical demands of top-flight defending. (conf 0.3)
Control
Controlled first touch for a defender, fine for simple build-up play. (conf 0.3)
Carries only when space is offered; not a ball-carrying centre-back. (conf 0.3)
Uses a big frame to hold off forwards and keep the ball when pressed. (conf 0.3)
Few shooting or driven-pass actions to judge; rated just below average. (conf 0.3)
Distribution
Competent short passing to the full-backs and midfield from the back line. (conf 0.35)
Can play the longer pass, though it is not a clear strength so far. (conf 0.3)
Not asked to cross; delivery from wide areas is not part of his game. (conf 0.3)
Sees simple progressive passes; no evidence of elite creativity. (conf 0.3)
Chance threat
Defender with little goal threat in open play beyond set pieces. (conf 0.3)
Seldom shoots, so there is little evidence of decisions in front of goal. (conf 0.25)
Limited attacking movement beyond attacking set-piece runs. (conf 0.25)
No sign of a dead-ball or long-range shooting role. (conf 0.25)
Duels
His 1.98m height gives him a strong aerial base in both boxes. (conf 0.4)
Strong and aggressive in duels, though his turning can be exposed by quick forwards. (conf 0.35)
Defense
Steps out to engage the striker at a decent rate but is not a pressing specialist. (conf 0.3)
Reads and intercepts well, with interceptions and clearances a feature of his game. (conf 0.35)
Sound positional sense for his age, learned in the Santos academy. (conf 0.35)
Mental
Generally calm for a 21-year-old, though still gaining top-flight experience. (conf 0.3)
Mostly good decisions when defending; occasional youthful lapses are possible. (conf 0.3)
Willing and consistent defender who fits a high-effort team. (conf 0.3)
Resilience
No significant injury history found, so he is rated at a neutral baseline. (conf 0.25)
Outlook
Aged 21 and 1.98m with rapid progress through Santos, Botafogo and Forest. (conf 0.4)
Rising young Brazilian defender with Club World Cup and Premier League exposure. (conf 0.35)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Jair Cunha is a Brazilian centre-back, a tall and athletic defender who is strong in the air and aggressive in duels. He came through the Santos academy, made his first-team debut in 2023 and moved to Botafogo in early 2025 before joining Nottingham Forest later that year. He can also cover on the right side of defence. Still only 21, he is early in his Premier League career, and his rating reflects that limited track record.
Joined Nottingham Forest from Botafogo in July 2025 after coming through the Santos academy.