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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 first steps and bursts when running at defenders. (conf 0.5)
Good pace on the left side and in transition. (conf 0.45)
Supple, changes direction well in tight spaces. (conf 0.52)
Handles match demands but still developing physically. (conf 0.42)
Control
Soft, controlled first touch under pressure. (conf 0.48)
Carries the ball confidently past defenders. (conf 0.52)
Slight frame at 1.75m, can be pushed off the ball. (conf 0.4)
Clean technique on shots, power is still developing. (conf 0.42)
Distribution
Combines neatly with teammates in tight spaces. (conf 0.46)
Rarely asked to hit long passes in his attacking role. (conf 0.38)
Decent deliveries from wide, not a standout crosser. (conf 0.4)
Creative, finds teammates between the lines. (conf 0.44)
Chance threat
Capable finisher who cuts inside from the left to shoot. (conf 0.42)
Sometimes forces shots but generally sensible. (conf 0.4)
Moves infield between the lines to find space. (conf 0.44)
Not a known dead-ball or long-range shooting threat. (conf 0.34)
Duels
Small attacker who rarely wins headers in either box. (conf 0.4)
Competes but is outmuscled in physical duels. (conf 0.38)
Defense
Presses reasonably when the team demands it. (conf 0.38)
Limited defensive output, as is typical for his attacking role. (conf 0.36)
Not a defensive specialist; basic tracking only. (conf 0.36)
Mental
Composed on the ball for his age in attacking areas. (conf 0.42)
Makes sound attacking choices for a youngster. (conf 0.42)
Fair effort off the ball for a young attacker. (conf 0.4)
Resilience
No significant injury record in public sources. (conf 0.28)
Outlook
Young talent with a strong academy pedigree and room to grow. (conf 0.48)
Flamengo graduate now at a top Saudi club. (conf 0.46)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Matheus Gonçalves is a Brazilian left-sided attacker who can also play as an attacking midfielder or on the right. He is a technical, dribbling-based player who moves infield between the lines. He came through Flamengo's academy and spent a loan spell at Red Bull Bragantino before joining Al-Ahli in September 2025. He is still young and developing his physical and defensive game in a senior environment.
Named by The Guardian in 2022 as one of the best players born in 2005.
Won the 2025-26 AFC Champions League Elite with Al-Ahli in his first season.