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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Limited pace typical of a 35-year-old veteran centre-back. (conf 0.5)
Lacks recovery speed against quicker forwards at this stage of career. (conf 0.5)
Reasonable turning ability but not sharp laterally anymore. (conf 0.5)
Still able to complete 90 minutes regularly in a physical Belgian league. (conf 0.5)
Control
Tidy control befitting a technically schooled J-League product. (conf 0.5)
Not a ball-carrier, prefers simple progression over dribbling out of defence. (conf 0.45)
Uses experience and body positioning to protect the ball under pressure. (conf 0.5)
Modest long-range striking ability, rarely called upon for it. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Reliable in build-up play, comfortable playing out from the back. (conf 0.55)
Can find switches of play though not a standout distributor. (conf 0.5)
Rarely involved in crossing duties as a central defender. (conf 0.45)
Reads passing lanes well enough to initiate attacks from deep. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Minimal goal threat, occasional set-piece presence only. (conf 0.45)
Rarely shoots, mostly a non-factor in attacking phases. (conf 0.4)
Limited attacking runs, focused on defensive shape instead. (conf 0.4)
Not a designated set-piece taker at club level. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Strong in the air, a consistent asset defending crosses and set pieces. (conf 0.6)
Competes well in duels using experience and timing over raw speed. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Engages selectively rather than pressing aggressively at his age. (conf 0.45)
Well-timed interceptions built on years of reading the game. (conf 0.5)
Veteran positional sense compensates for diminished physical tools. (conf 0.55)
Mental
Calm under pressure, drawing on a long career including national team duty. (conf 0.55)
Makes sound, low-risk choices in possession and defensive transitions. (conf 0.55)
Diligent professional who maintains effort across a full match. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
Has generally stayed available for club duty in recent seasons. (conf 0.45)
Outlook
Late-career player with little remaining upward trajectory at 35. (conf 0.55)
Recognised in Japan and Belgium from a long international and club career. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Shogo Taniguchi is a veteran Japanese centre-back now playing for Sint-Truiden in Belgium's Jupiler Pro League. A physically imposing, aerially dominant defender, he built his reputation with Kawasaki Frontale before moving to Europe and earning a large number of Japan national team caps. At this stage of his career he relies on positioning, experience and composure to offset declining pace.
Won multiple J-League titles with Kawasaki Frontale.
Long-serving member of the Japan national team defence.
Moved to European football after establishing himself as a domestic standout in Japan.