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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Adequate recovery speed for a Bundesliga centre-back but not a standout athlete. (conf 0.6)
Can cover ground against quick counters though lacks elite pace. (conf 0.6)
Comfortable turning and adjusting body shape thanks to his left-back background. (conf 0.55)
Ever-present for Werder across long stretches of the Bundesliga calendar. (conf 0.6)
Control
Reliable control under pressure that suits Werder's build-up-from-the-back approach. (conf 0.6)
Can carry the ball out of defense but not a dribble-heavy progressor. (conf 0.55)
Uses frame to protect the ball when pressed by forwards. (conf 0.55)
Functional passer of the ball without a heavy long-range strike. (conf 0.5)
Distribution
Comfortable in Werder's possession-based build-up as a left-footed centre-back. (conf 0.65)
Can switch play but relies more on short combinations than raking diagonals. (conf 0.55)
Rarely delivers crosses given his central defensive role. (conf 0.5)
Reads passing lanes well enough to initiate attacks from deep. (conf 0.55)
Chance threat
Not an attacking threat, with minimal goal output across his career. (conf 0.5)
Rarely shoots given his defensive-first responsibilities. (conf 0.45)
Positions sensibly on set pieces but not a goal-threat mover. (conf 0.5)
Not utilized as a dead-ball taker at Werder Bremen. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Strong in the air for both boxes despite being left-footed and versatile. (conf 0.65)
Combative in one-on-ones, a consistent tackler through his Werder tenure. (conf 0.65)
Defense
Engages in Werder's coordinated pressing structure without being a standout presser. (conf 0.55)
Timely interceptions and blocks built from years as a regular starter. (conf 0.6)
Experienced reader of the game as one of Werder's longest-serving defenders. (conf 0.65)
Mental
Calm under pressure, trusted by successive Werder coaches in big moments. (conf 0.6)
Sound judgment on when to step out or hold the defensive line. (conf 0.6)
Durable, consistent effort across seasons as a squad mainstay. (conf 0.6)
Resilience
Has dealt with notable injury spells including a serious knee issue in his career. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
Late-20s defender likely near his ceiling as a solid Bundesliga starter. (conf 0.55)
Well known in Germany and Austria as a long-tenured Werder Bremen regular. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Marco Friedl is a left-footed Austrian centre-back who has become a defensive mainstay at Werder Bremen after converting from left-back earlier in his career. He reads the game well, is comfortable playing out from the back, and offers aerial strength alongside composed distribution. Long-serving at Werder, he remains a dependable rotation-to-starter option in the Bundesliga and a regular for the Austrian national team.
Came through Bayern Munich's youth academy before joining Werder Bremen.
Converted from left-back to centre-back during his time at Werder Bremen.
Regular member of the Austria national team setup.