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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Once a lively burst over five yards, now dulled by age at 35. (conf 0.5)
No longer stretches defences in behind; relies on timing over raw pace. (conf 0.5)
Retains decent balance turning in tight areas for a veteran forward. (conf 0.48)
Manages games as a mid-30s striker; typically rotated or substituted. (conf 0.48)
Control
Tidy control receiving with back to goal, honed in Ligue 1 at Strasbourg. (conf 0.52)
Can carry from wide areas but never a defined one-on-one threat. (conf 0.5)
Strong frame holds off defenders and links play as a target reference. (conf 0.52)
Clean instep striker from central positions, rarely dangerous from range. (conf 0.5)
Distribution
Reliable layoffs and wall passes in combination play around the box. (conf 0.5)
Seldom asked to switch play; distribution kept short and simple. (conf 0.45)
Serviceable delivery when shifted wide, without standout quality. (conf 0.45)
Sees simple releases for runners but not a creative hub. (conf 0.48)
Chance threat
Poacher's instincts inside the box; scoring output always modest rather than prolific. (conf 0.52)
Generally waits for box chances instead of forcing low-value strikes. (conf 0.48)
Intelligent near-post darts and blindside runs remain his best asset. (conf 0.52)
Not a set-piece taker at club or international level. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Competitive in the air on crosses despite not being a towering target. (conf 0.5)
Uses physicality honestly in duels typical of Süper Lig forwards. (conf 0.48)
Defense
Willing first presser, though intensity has faded with age. (conf 0.48)
Occasional interceptions from the front; limited defensive impact overall. (conf 0.45)
Tracks back on set pieces but positioning is a forward's afterthought. (conf 0.45)
Mental
Experienced across France, England and Turkey; rarely rattled. (conf 0.5)
Veteran choices in the final third, if lacking elite incision. (conf 0.48)
Honest runner whose effort kept him employed across four leagues. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
Has had spells of niggles typical of a striker in his mid-30s. (conf 0.42)
Outlook
At 35 his trajectory is winding down toward a career close. (conf 0.7)
Recognisable to Ligue 1 and Süper Lig followers and Cape Verde supporters. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Nuno da Costa is a veteran Cape Verde international forward now at İstanbul Başakşehir, a mobile, hard-working striker who can also drift to either flank. His game is built on clever near-post movement, tidy link play and honest pressing rather than volume goalscoring. At 35 he serves as an experienced rotation option in the Süper Lig, having previously played in France with Strasbourg and in England with Nottingham Forest.
Won the Coupe de la Ligue with Strasbourg in 2019.
Moved from Strasbourg to Nottingham Forest in the Championship in 2020.
Full international for Cape Verde.