Antonín Barák Scout Report
Scout report: Antonín Barák, a distinct figure in the midfield of Fiorentina, excels dramatically in the attacking sector, illustrating the true hallmarks of an offensive commander. At the age of 29, the Czech Republic international has been a dynamo in the heart of Serie A action this past season.
Barák's goal threat and goal efficiency figures are notably high, falling into the 70th percentile. His precision in front of the net is impressive, and he doesn't shy away from blasting shots, boasting a shots per 90 percentiles of over 90. His creative prowess is exceptional too, with his chance creation statistics soaring amongst the Serie A's midfielders, situating him comfortably in the 91st percentile. This not only highlights his vision and intuitive link-up play, but also his tendency to be in the right place at the right time – a potent asset in the realm of attacking midfielders. His xG and xA per 90 rates are equally striking and further underline his role as an attacking force.
However, his defensive contributions are somewhat lacking. Ball recovery and interception statistics are worryingly low, suggesting a player more committed to offense than defense. His duel win percentage is on the extreme low side at 1.83%, meaning Barák's 1v1 combat skill needs polishing. Furthermore, his lower percentile in successful dribbles and progressive carrying indicates less directness in the attack and a style of play that leans on passing rather than individual efforts.
In terms of disciplinary action, his yellow card percentage lying slightly over 50 implies a player who is not afraid to get stuck in, but should be wary of crossing the line. But with an equal balance of involvement in the attacking and midfield thirds, and less activity in his own defensive zone, it's clear Barák is designed to be an attacking threat.
While possession and passing could use improvement, as indicated by his middling touch and pass accuracy percentages, Barák's unique attacking prowess is yet an indisputable understanding from his player stats. His performances promise a continuous threat in the Serie A, solidifying his role as an attacking catalyst in the Fiorentina line-up.
