Daley Blind - Stats, Scout Report & Analysis

Player Bio

Position

Center Back

Age

Market Value

€3.50M

Height

180cm

Weight

72kg

Nationality

Netherlands

Next League Match

Real Madrid vs Girona (A)

23 February 2025

Team Probabilities

Win:

15.5%

3+ Goals:

10.4%

Clean Sheet:

8.5%

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Daley Blind Scout Report

Daley Blind, at 34, continues to defy age-related expectations with his polished performances at Girona in La Liga. As a centre back who can slot into left back, Blind headlines as an orchestral conductor in defence, with his tactical nous and exceptional passing ability setting him apart. His progressive passing ranks exceptionally high, a testament to his vision and composure on the ball, complemented by his stellar ball retention capabilities and high participation in build-up play. Blind isn’t just about smooth passes, though; his chance creation stats are unusually high for a defender, hinting at his uncanny ability to orchestrate from the back. In possession, he deftly maneuvers the ball through the midfield, his primary area of influence, showcasing a graceful style of play underpinned by high pass accuracy and frequent touches. However, his physicality doesn’t quite match up to his technical prowess, as evidenced by struggle in aerial duels and lower duel win percentages, potentially posing vulnerabilities against physically dominant forwards. Despite relatively lower interception and recovery numbers, Blind’s footballing IQ compensates for a dynamic presence on the pitch, making him a strategic asset for Girona's structure and transitions. This scout report emphasises that Blind remains a cultured defender in a league that's embraced technical finesse, continuing to weave football elegance amidst the demands of modern defensive play.

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Daley Blind Shot Summary

In the 2024-2025 season, Daley Blind took 4 shots, scoring 0 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 0.16, averaging 0.04 xG per shot.

Right Foot: 0 goals from 1 shots. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.05 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 0 goals from 2 shots. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.05 xG per shot.
Headers: 0 goals from 1 headed attempts. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.01 xG per shot.