M'Bala Nzola

League: Serie ATeam: PisaNationality: AngolaFrance
Positions:STCFage:~29

Estimated market value (beta)

€26.2m€122.8m
Confidence: 61%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
x̄(w) = 70.1 / 100 · Confidence = 61%

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration80

Explosive starts and quick bursts to beat defenders. (conf 0.7)

Top speed82

Sustained sprinting ability that makes him dangerous in open space. (conf 0.7)

Agility65

Reasonable change of direction for a powerful forward. (conf 0.6)

Stamina70

Maintains intensity across matches with regular pressing and runs. (conf 0.6)

Control

First touch68

Generally reliable control, though can be inconsistent under tight pressure. (conf 0.6)

Dribbling72

Direct dribbling style that uses power and pace to beat opponents. (conf 0.6)

Ball shielding78

Uses physicality well to hold up play and protect the ball. (conf 0.7)

Ball striking74

Powerful shooting; capable of finishing from range and inside the box. (conf 0.6)

Distribution

Short passing66

Adequate link-up play; often lays the ball off to teammates effectively. (conf 0.6)

Long passing60

Not a primary playmaker; long passing is functional but not a strength. (conf 0.5)

Crossing55

Rarely a regular crosser; crossing is limited when deployed wide. (conf 0.5)

Vision62

Sufficient awareness for layoffs and through-balls in the final third. (conf 0.5)

Chance threat

Finishing74

Effective finisher in many scenarios, particularly inside the box. (conf 0.7)

Shot selection68

Often picks good shooting opportunities but can rush on a few occasions. (conf 0.6)

Off-ball movement76

Timely runs behind defenses and intelligent positioning in the box. (conf 0.7)

Set-piece shot40

Not typically entrusted with set-piece duties. (conf 0.4)

Duels

Aerial80

Strong aerial presence; frequently wins headers and scores with his head. (conf 0.7)

Ground duels75

Physical and effective in 50/50 ground challenges. (conf 0.6)

Defense

Pressing intensity72

Active in pressing from the front and contributes defensively. (conf 0.6)

Defensive disruption60

Contributes to disruption when pressing but not a defensive specialist. (conf 0.5)

Defensive positioning58

Positioning driven mainly by attacking responsibilities; defensive reads are average. (conf 0.5)

Mental

Composure70

Generally calm in front of goal and in high-pressure finishing moments. (conf 0.6)

Decision making66

Mostly sound choices in attack but can make suboptimal decisions when rushed. (conf 0.6)

Work rate74

High level of activity off the ball and willingness to press and track runs. (conf 0.6)

Resilience

Injury reliability72

Relatively available and not known for chronic injuries. (conf 0.6)

Outlook

Potential75

Room to refine technical details and decision-making at the top level. (conf 0.6)

Reputation68

Recognised in top-tier leagues and as an international-level forward. (conf 0.6)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

A powerful, direct central forward who combines pace and physicality to run behind defenses, hold up play and compete strongly in the air. Plays with intensity, presses from the front and offers a consistent goal threat through movement and finishing.

Opted to represent Angola at senior international level despite European upbringing.

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