THE REPORT EXCHANGE
Reports by position, player and match context.
Ibrahima Sarr · Senegal
A directional first touch and short bursts create an advantage out wide. Still rushes the final pass when inside support arrives late.
Gabriel Nascimento · Brazil
Finds forward support under pressure and connects the third man. Loses influence when the team plays directly into the last line.
Yanis El Amrani · Morocco
Provides width at full-back in a 4-3-3 and recovers position quickly. Crossing on the run remains inconsistent.
Tiago Azevedo · Portugal
Anticipates runs in behind and communicates cover. Needs greater assertiveness in aerial duels against target forwards.
Kaito Nakamura · Japan
Attacks the space between centre-back and full-back and reads second balls well. Offers little link-up play with his back to goal.
Emmanuel Owusu · Ghana
Protects central areas, wins the ball and keeps the first pass simple. Ball progression still depends on time and space.
Matheus Oliveira · Brazil
Creates separation one-on-one and cuts onto his inside foot to finish. Defensive recovery varies with the phase of play.
Sami Al-Hassan · UAE
Receives between the lines and disguises vertical passes. Needs to withstand contact better and decide faster under pressure.