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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 suits his overlapping right-back role at Gladbach. (conf 0.7)
Good straight-line speed to track wingers and get up the flank. (conf 0.65)
Comfortable turning and adjusting body shape in tight defensive duels. (conf 0.6)
Covers the flank repeatedly across 90 minutes in Bundesliga's high-tempo style. (conf 0.65)
Control
Reliable touch under pressure typical of a modern Bundesliga full-back. (conf 0.6)
Can beat a man in space but not a primary creative dribbler. (conf 0.55)
Uses frame reasonably to protect the ball down the line. (conf 0.5)
Limited long-range shooting threat from his defensive role. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Tidy combination play with midfielders in Gladbach's build-up. (conf 0.6)
Capable switches of play though not a standout distributor. (conf 0.5)
Delivers functional crosses from wide areas as an attacking full-back. (conf 0.55)
Solid game reading for overlaps but not an elite playmaker. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Minimal goal output expected from a right-back profile. (conf 0.45)
Rarely shoots, picks sensible moments when he does. (conf 0.45)
Times overlapping and underlapping runs to support wide attacks. (conf 0.55)
Not a designated set-piece taker at club level. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Undersized for a full-back, wins fewer aerial duels than center-backs. (conf 0.5)
Competitive one-on-one defender against wingers in the Bundesliga. (conf 0.6)
Defense
Energetic pressing fits Gladbach's aggressive defensive scheme. (conf 0.6)
Active in interceptions and closing down passing lanes wide. (conf 0.55)
Generally sound shape though can be caught upfield after overlaps. (conf 0.55)
Mental
Settled on the ball for a young full-back in a competitive league. (conf 0.55)
Sensible choices balancing attacking overlaps with defensive duty. (conf 0.55)
Tireless up-and-down effort defines his game at Gladbach. (conf 0.65)
Resilience
Has dealt with several injury spells disrupting his development. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
Still early-to-mid twenties USMNT regular with room to refine his final third output. (conf 0.55)
Established USMNT right-back known within Bundesliga and American soccer circles. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Joe Scally is a US international right-back known for his energetic overlapping runs and defensive work rate for Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Bundesliga. Developed through the New York City FC academy before moving to Germany as a teenager, he combines pace and stamina to cover the flank in both directions. His game remains built more on athleticism and effort than end product, with his final ball and finishing still developing areas.
Came through the New York City FC academy before signing with Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2021.
Has been capped by the United States men's national team as a right-back.