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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 few steps typical of a mobile Japanese target forward. (conf 0.5)
Decent but not standout straight-line pace for a Bundesliga striker. (conf 0.48)
Turns well in tight areas to escape center-backs in the box. (conf 0.5)
Works a full 90 minutes pressing and chasing channels. (conf 0.5)
Control
Generally clean touch under pressure but still adapting to Bundesliga speed. (conf 0.48)
Limited take-on ability, prefers direct running over close control. (conf 0.45)
Uses a sturdy frame to hold up the ball against defenders. (conf 0.48)
Functional striking technique without a standout power shot. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Adequate combination play in the final third but not a creator. (conf 0.45)
Rarely tasked with long distribution as a central striker. (conf 0.4)
Minimal crossing involvement given his central striker role. (conf 0.4)
Reads simple layoffs and knockdowns for teammates in the box. (conf 0.45)
Chance threat
Reliable poacher instincts converting close-range chances. (conf 0.5)
Generally picks sensible shooting opportunities inside the box. (conf 0.48)
Strong movement in behind and between lines to find space. (conf 0.5)
Not a designated set-piece taker for his teams. (conf 0.4)
Duels
Competes well in the air as a physically built target forward. (conf 0.48)
Battles effectively against center-backs using strength and positioning. (conf 0.48)
Defense
Applies consistent pressure on center-backs to force turnovers. (conf 0.5)
Contributes to team pressing structure from the front line. (conf 0.45)
Limited defensive tracking expected of a pure striker. (conf 0.42)
Mental
Generally settled in front of goal though still adjusting to a new league. (conf 0.45)
Sound choices in simple attacking situations near goal. (conf 0.45)
Known for tireless running and pressing from the front. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
No major injury history known from his time in Japan or Germany. (conf 0.4)
Outlook
Mid-20s striker still adapting to a top-five league with room to grow. (conf 0.45)
Known within Japanese football circles but still building profile in Europe. (conf 0.45)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Shuto Machino is a Japanese target forward who moved to Borussia Mönchengladbach after building a reputation as a hard-working, physical number nine in the J.League. He combines aerial presence and hold-up play with relentless pressing from the front, though his technical polish in tight combination play is still developing. At Gladbach he is working to establish himself as a Bundesliga-level starter after the step up from Japanese football.
Joined Borussia Mönchengladbach ahead of the 2025-26 season after a spell in Germany with Holstein Kiel.
Built his reputation as a centre-forward in the J.League with Shonan Bellmare.