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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 that let him beat markers in tight areas. (conf 0.7)
Decent pace but relies more on change of direction than raw speed. (conf 0.6)
Exceptional close control and body feints make him hard to pin down. (conf 0.85)
Not a high-mileage runner, tends to conserve energy for key moments. (conf 0.55)
Control
Silky control lets him receive under pressure and glide away instantly. (conf 0.8)
Elite one-on-one dribbler with a repertoire of stepovers and drag-backs. (conf 0.85)
Uses body well in tight spaces but not physically dominant against duels. (conf 0.55)
Capable of curling efforts on his favored left foot from range. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Combines well in tight triangles though can overdribble at times. (conf 0.6)
Adequate range but not a primary creator of long switches. (conf 0.5)
Can whip in crosses from the left channel but inconsistent delivery. (conf 0.5)
Spots teammates in half-spaces after drawing defenders with dribbles. (conf 0.6)
Chance threat
Scores from cutting inside onto his left foot more than pure poaching. (conf 0.55)
Occasionally forces low-percentage efforts after long dribbling sequences. (conf 0.5)
More ball-dominant than a runner in behind, drifts to find the ball. (conf 0.5)
Left-footed technique gives him some free-kick and corner utility. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Small, light frame limits his effectiveness in aerial contests. (conf 0.55)
Wins duels through evasive dribbling rather than physical strength. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Presses in bursts but not a relentless defensive workhorse. (conf 0.5)
Limited defensive output, prioritizes attacking positioning. (conf 0.45)
Minimal tracking back, largely left free by his teams going forward. (conf 0.45)
Mental
Calm in tight spaces, rarely rushed when running at defenders. (conf 0.65)
Flair sometimes outweighs efficiency, holding the ball too long at times. (conf 0.55)
Effort fluctuates, more effective as a game-changer than a grinder. (conf 0.5)
Resilience
Has had stretches of fitness issues and inconsistent minutes over his career. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
In his early thirties, likely near the tail end of his top-level trajectory. (conf 0.55)
Known Morocco international with Premier League and Ligue 1 pedigree. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Sofiane Boufal is a technically gifted Moroccan-French winger known for his dazzling close control, feints, and ability to glide past defenders in tight spaces. After spells at Southampton, Lille, and Al Rayyan, and a standout 2022 World Cup with Morocco, he has continued his career at Union Saint-Gilloise in the Belgian Jupiler Pro League. He remains most dangerous cutting in from the left to attack on his favored foot, though his defensive contribution and physical duels remain modest.
Part of Morocco's historic run to the 2022 World Cup semi-finals, memorably dancing with his mother pitchside after the quarter-final win.
Known for a highlight-reel dribbling style built on close control and quick feet rather than pace or physicality.