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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Explosive first few steps have always been his standout physical trait. (conf 0.7)
Genuine pace to run in behind defensive lines. (conf 0.65)
Quick feet and change of direction suit his dribbling style. (conf 0.65)
Works hard in transitions though not a marathon engine. (conf 0.5)
Control
Generally reliable in tight spaces at speed but can be loose under pressure. (conf 0.55)
Direct, take-on driven winger who likes to beat his man one-on-one. (conf 0.65)
Slight frame limits his ability to hold off defenders. (conf 0.5)
Capable of hitting a clean shot but not a renowned striker of the ball. (conf 0.5)
Distribution
Adequate combination play though not his main strength. (conf 0.5)
Limited long-range distribution as a wide forward. (conf 0.45)
Can whip in crosses from wide areas after beating his marker. (conf 0.5)
More of a direct runner than a creative playmaker. (conf 0.45)
Chance threat
Scores in flashes but has never been a prolific finisher. (conf 0.5)
Occasionally forces low-percentage shots when running at pace. (conf 0.45)
Looks to exploit space in behind and stretch defenses. (conf 0.5)
Not known as a dead-ball specialist. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Slight build makes him a limited aerial threat. (conf 0.45)
Uses pace and dribbling to win one-on-one duels on the ground. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Applies energetic pressing bursts typical of a modern wide forward. (conf 0.45)
Limited defensive output beyond initial pressing actions. (conf 0.4)
Primarily an attacking player with modest defensive discipline. (conf 0.4)
Mental
Can be inconsistent in decisive moments in the final third. (conf 0.45)
Sometimes over-dribbles instead of picking the simpler option. (conf 0.45)
Puts in visible effort tracking back and pressing wide areas. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
Has had stretches of fitness issues across his career. (conf 0.45)
Outlook
Now in his late-20s, mostly settled into his ceiling as a squad winger. (conf 0.5)
Known in Portugal and as a Cape Verde international after a Sporting CP spell. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Jovane Cabral is a pacy, direct wide forward known for his explosive dribbling and ability to run at defenders, honed during his formative years at Sporting CP before loan spells in Italy and a move to MLS with Sporting Kansas City. Now with Estrela da Amadora in the Liga Portugal Betclic, he offers energy and one-on-one threat from wide areas but remains inconsistent in end product. He is also a regular for the Cape Verde national team.
Came through the Sporting CP academy and became a first-team regular there.
Spent time on loan at Lazio in Serie A while a Sporting CP player.
Capped international for Cape Verde.