Sharp first steps to separate onto stronger foot. (conf 0.78)
Quick over five yards; lacks true top-end burner. (conf 0.78)
Good hip mobility; rides contact while changing direction. (conf 0.79)
Output dips late; managed minutes after muscle setbacks. (conf 0.72)
Velcro first touch sets up quick body-shape to shoot. (conf 0.84)
More separation via feints than explosive take-ons consistently. (conf 0.76)
Protects ball with hips; holds ground under pressure though not dominant. (conf 0.75)
Clean left-footed striker; curls from half-spaces. (conf 0.9)
Crisp combinations in tight pockets; sees cutbacks. (conf 0.8)
Comfortable pinging longer diagonals. (conf 0.78)
Early whipped deliveries from right half-space are dangerous. (conf 0.75)
Sees diagonal switches and cutbacks early under pressure. (conf 0.8)
Clean left‑footed technique; curls from half-spaces. (conf 0.82)
Occasionally forces shots from suboptimal angles. (conf 0.75)
Times far-post runs and second-line arrivals intelligently. (conf 0.8)
Technician on direct free‑kicks; clean striker from range. (conf 0.82)
Limited leap and timing; rarely a back‑post target. (conf 0.72)
Engages selectively; uses body to shield rather than dominate tackles. (conf 0.72)
Will press triggers, but intensity fades over stretches. (conf 0.7)
Press triggers present but intensity and ball-wins are intermittent. (conf 0.72)
Generally decent tracking and shape, but not proactive. (conf 0.72)
Calm in crowded areas; steady technique under pressure. (conf 0.82)
Generally composed, occasionally forces shots from suboptimal angles. (conf 0.75)
Effort waxes and wanes; better in offensive phases. (conf 0.72)
History of ACL and recurring muscle issues managed. (conf 0.72)
Prime years; upside tied to availability and role. (conf 0.7)
Well-known international with big-stage moments and pedigree. (conf 0.83)
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Left‑footed attacking technician who thrives as an inverted winger or central creator. Prefers receiving between lines before shaping curling finishes or threading passes into runners. More methodical than explosive; relies on timing, body shape and clean ball striking, with functional rather than relentless defensive output.
Named after Marco van Basten and overcame youth knee growth pains.
Announced himself on a major final stage with a late curler.