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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 burst from a standstill, key to his dribbling. (conf 0.45)
Good pace over distance for an attacking midfielder. (conf 0.4)
Nimble and balanced, thrives in tight spaces. (conf 0.45)
Moderate endurance; builds up the game rather than runs. (conf 0.35)
Control
Strong first touch honed in Flamengo's academy system. (conf 0.4)
Flamengo-trained dribbler who beats defenders one-on-one. (conf 0.45)
At 1.78m he is not strong at shielding the ball. (conf 0.35)
Capable shooter from range and in the area. (conf 0.4)
Distribution
Combines well with teammates in tight spaces near goal. (conf 0.4)
Not a long-passing player; his game is short and quick. (conf 0.3)
Provides some delivery from the right side. (conf 0.35)
Finds teammates in the final third; creative but raw. (conf 0.4)
Chance threat
Nine goals in 52 Flamengo games; finishing is decent. (conf 0.4)
Shot selection can be eager but is improving. (conf 0.35)
Good movement between the lines to receive in pockets. (conf 0.35)
Occasional dead-ball threat, not a specialist. (conf 0.3)
Duels
Small for an attacker, limited aerially. (conf 0.3)
Not strong in physical duels given his slight build. (conf 0.3)
Defense
Moderate pressing intensity for an attacking player. (conf 0.3)
Little defensive output as an attacking midfielder. (conf 0.3)
Not renowned for his defensive positioning or tracking. (conf 0.3)
Mental
Played big games for Flamengo as a teenager. (conf 0.35)
Choices in the final third are still maturing at 22. (conf 0.35)
Moderate work off the ball for an attacking player. (conf 0.35)
Resilience
No major injury record found; baseline rating. (conf 0.3)
Outlook
22, an ex-Flamengo prospect with room to rebuild his path. (conf 0.45)
Flamengo and Crystal Palace background; Copa Libertadores winner. (conf 0.5)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Matheus Franca is a Brazilian winger and attacking midfielder who plays mainly on the right and can drift inside. A quick, technical dribbler, he came through Flamengo's academy and made his debut in December 2021 before joining Crystal Palace in August 2023. He spent 2025-26 on loan at Vasco da Gama and is now at FC Alverca on loan from Palace. He has played for Brazil at under-16 and under-20 levels.
Made his Flamengo debut against Santos at the Maracana on 6 December 2021.
Won the Copa Libertadores and the Copa do Brasil with Flamengo in 2022.
Scored his first Crystal Palace goal, a 92nd-minute equaliser against Southampton, on 2 April 2025.