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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Modest initial burst, relies on anticipation rather than raw speed. (conf 0.7)
Not a quick mover, covers ground through positioning instead. (conf 0.65)
Decent turning and body control for a deep-lying pivot. (conf 0.65)
Covers the base of midfield reliably across 90 minutes. (conf 0.7)
Control
Clean, composed control lets him play under immediate pressure. (conf 0.75)
Can carry the ball through midfield lines but not a primary dribbler. (conf 0.65)
Strong frame helps him protect possession in tight areas. (conf 0.65)
Renowned for powerful, accurate strikes from distance. (conf 0.85)
Distribution
Metronomic in circulating possession from deep midfield. (conf 0.8)
Signature raking diagonals that switch play with precision. (conf 0.85)
Rarely crosses given his deep central role. (conf 0.5)
Reads passing lanes well and picks progressive options quickly. (conf 0.8)
Chance threat
Occasional long-range goals but not a habitual box scorer. (conf 0.6)
Willing to shoot from range when the opportunity presents itself. (conf 0.6)
Positions to receive and recycle rather than make attacking runs. (conf 0.55)
Dangerous long-range free-kick and set-piece striker. (conf 0.75)
Duels
Competent but not dominant in aerial duels for his size. (conf 0.55)
Uses strength and timing to win midfield battles consistently. (conf 0.65)
Defense
Presses selectively rather than with relentless intensity. (conf 0.55)
Reads the game to intercept and break up opposition attacks. (conf 0.6)
Disciplined sitting in front of the back line as a screening pivot. (conf 0.7)
Mental
Calm on the ball even under high-pressure match situations. (conf 0.8)
Experienced game manager who dictates tempo intelligently. (conf 0.75)
Diligent in his defensive-midfield duties across matches. (conf 0.6)
Resilience
Generally available, no major recurring injury history. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Late twenties and past peak trajectory, now in a lesser league. (conf 0.55)
Well-known former Wolves captain and long-time Portugal international. (conf 0.75)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Rúben Neves is a deep-lying playmaker known for his range of passing and a thunderous long-range shot, roles he built over seven seasons as a fixture and captain at Wolverhampton Wanderers. Since moving to Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League in 2023, he has continued to anchor midfield as a metronomic distributor and set-piece threat. A regular in Portugal's national team setup, he combines physical presence with genuine technical polish on the ball.
Captained Wolverhampton Wanderers after joining from FC Porto in 2017.
Moved to Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League in the summer 2023 transfer window.
Long-time Portugal international known for spectacular long-range goals.