Yannick Carrasco

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League: Saudi Pro LeagueTeam: Al-ShababNationality: Belgium
Positions:LWAge: ~32

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Confidence: 68%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 74 / 100·Confidence 68%

Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration84

Explosive first few steps that long powered his left-wing dribbling in La Liga. (conf 0.85)

Top speed82

Genuine pace to run in behind defenses on transitions. (conf 0.8)

Agility83

Quick feet and sharp change of direction to beat fullbacks one-on-one. (conf 0.82)

Stamina72

Capable of covering the flank repeatedly though workload has eased in Saudi Arabia. (conf 0.6)

Control

First touch80

Clean control at speed, comfortable receiving under pressure in tight areas. (conf 0.78)

Dribbling85

Signature trait, cutting inside off the left to unbalance defenders. (conf 0.85)

Ball shielding68

Slight frame limits how long he holds off bigger defenders. (conf 0.55)

Ball striking82

Powerful, whippy left foot produces spectacular long-range strikes. (conf 0.8)

Distribution

Short passing76

Reliable combination play in tight wide areas with overlapping fullbacks. (conf 0.65)

Long passing68

Occasional switches of play but not a primary distributor. (conf 0.5)

Crossing74

Delivers dangerous low cutbacks more than traditional crosses. (conf 0.6)

Vision75

Good awareness of runners when cutting inside to combine centrally. (conf 0.6)

Chance threat

Finishing79

Proven end product with a well-documented habit of scoring spectacular goals. (conf 0.75)

Shot selection73

Sometimes shoots from distance rather than working a higher-value chance. (conf 0.6)

Off-ball movement78

Smart underlapping and diagonal runs to stretch defensive lines. (conf 0.65)

Set-piece shot74

Left foot gives him free-kick and penalty capability though not primary taker. (conf 0.55)

Duels

Aerial48

Limited aerial threat given his smaller frame for a wide forward. (conf 0.55)

Ground duels76

Wins physical wide duels using low center of gravity and quickness. (conf 0.65)

Defense

Pressing intensity65

Engages defensively from the front but not a relentless presser. (conf 0.5)

Defensive disruption58

Modest defensive output typical of an attack-first winger. (conf 0.45)

Defensive positioning55

Tracks back inconsistently, more focused on attacking transitions. (conf 0.45)

Mental

Composure78

Has delivered in high-pressure moments including major finals and internationals. (conf 0.7)

Decision making74

Generally sound choices in the final third with occasional impatience. (conf 0.6)

Work rate70

Solid effort though intensity has diminished somewhat in a less demanding league. (conf 0.55)

Resilience

Injury reliability62

Has had stretches of fitness issues across his career including muscle injuries. (conf 0.55)

Outlook

Potential42

Early thirties and now in a lower-intensity league, trajectory is declining. (conf 0.6)

Reputation78

Well known from Atletico Madrid title-winning years and long Belgium international career. (conf 0.8)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Yannick Carrasco is a Belgian left winger known for his explosive dribbling, quick feet, and a powerful left-footed strike that has produced some spectacular goals over his career, including a Champions League final finish for Atletico Madrid. After years as a key attacking outlet in La Liga and a long-serving member of Belgium's golden generation, he moved to the Saudi Pro League with Al-Shabab, where he remains a dangerous if lower-intensity attacking threat. His game is built on one-on-one ability and directness rather than defensive work or aerial presence.

Long-time Atletico Madrid winger who won La Liga with the club in 2020-21.

Scored for Atletico Madrid in the 2016 Champions League final against Real Madrid.

Had a spell in the Chinese Super League with Dalian Yifang before returning to Atletico Madrid.

Established Belgium international who was part of the country's golden generation squads.

Moved to the Saudi Pro League with Al-Shabab in 2023.

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