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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 off the mark to support overlaps and recover defensively in transition. (conf 0.75)
Good pace to track wingers and get up the flank for Villa's attacks. (conf 0.7)
Comfortable changing direction in one-on-one defending situations. (conf 0.7)
Covers the right flank repeatedly across 90 minutes under Emery's demanding system. (conf 0.75)
Control
Solid but not silky control, occasionally heavy under pressure. (conf 0.65)
Willing to carry the ball forward though not a primary dribbling threat. (conf 0.6)
Uses his frame to protect the ball down the touchline effectively. (conf 0.6)
Decent power on shots but not a frequent or clinical striker of the ball. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Reliable in build-up combinations with Villa's midfield and forwards. (conf 0.65)
Capable of switching play though not a standout distributor. (conf 0.55)
Delivers dangerous low and driven crosses from the right byline. (conf 0.7)
Functional decision-making rather than a creative playmaking outlet. (conf 0.55)
Chance threat
Chips in with occasional goals but not known as a scoring threat. (conf 0.55)
Generally picks sensible moments to shoot from the right flank. (conf 0.5)
Times overlapping and underlapping runs well within Villa's structure. (conf 0.65)
Not a designated set-piece taker at club or international level. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Competes but is undersized for a fullback in aerial contests. (conf 0.55)
Combative and physical in one-on-one defensive duels wide. (conf 0.75)
Defense
Presses aggressively out wide as part of Emery's high-intensity setup. (conf 0.7)
Active in interceptions and tackles along the right side. (conf 0.65)
Well-drilled positional sense honed under Emery's tactical coaching. (conf 0.7)
Mental
Generally steady under pressure though can be error-prone in tight moments. (conf 0.65)
Makes sound choices balancing attacking overlap with defensive duty. (conf 0.6)
Relentless up-and-down effort has been a hallmark of his Villa career. (conf 0.75)
Resilience
Has been a fairly consistent, durable presence in Villa's XI. (conf 0.6)
Outlook
Late-twenties fullback near his peak with limited further ceiling growth. (conf 0.6)
Established Premier League right-back and Poland international starter. (conf 0.65)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Matty Cash is a combative, high-energy right-back who has become a mainstay for Aston Villa under Unai Emery, blending relentless up-and-down running with physical defending. Converted from a more attacking wide role, he offers driven crosses and overlapping width while remaining disciplined defensively in Villa's structured system. Also a regular for Poland after switching international allegiance, he has grown into a dependable Premier League starter rather than a standout technician.
Switched international allegiance from England eligibility to represent Poland, becoming a regular starter.
Converted from a winger/attacking role earlier in his career into an effective Premier League right-back at Aston Villa.
Known for his high work rate and physical duels down the right flank under Unai Emery.