Gonçalo Inácio - Stats, Scout Report & Analysis

Player Bio

Position

Center Back

Age

Market Value

€44.00M

Height

186cm

Weight

79kg

Nationality

Portugal

Next League Match

Sporting CP vs Benfica (H)

29 December 2024

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Gonçalo Inácio Scout Report

Gonçalo Inácio has become an indispensable figure in Sporting Lisbon's backline, standing out in the Primeira Liga as a center back of unique disposition. This scout report highlights key dimensions of his play. The Portuguese youngster, merely at the age of 22, demonstrates an exceptional prowess in the recovery of the ball, with metrics rivaling the zenith of his position, making him a nuisance for opposition attackers. His style of play is one of relentless positivity, proven by his remarkable percentile in progressive carrying and passing, which situates him as one of the more forward-thinking defenders in the league. However, it is Inácio's capacity for ball possession that truly separates him from his peers. He controls the flow of the game, often being in possession of the ball, which not only gives him more opportunities to influence play but also ranks him in the highly exclusive 100% possession percentile within the Primeira Liga. This attribute is complemented by a noteworthy knack for chance creation - a talent not often witnessed in players within his defensive remit, thus amplifying his value. Inácio's technique, however, also has its blemishes, discernible in his less impressive aerial duels win percentage and his duel win percentage overall. These are areas that need paramount attention, and target for improvement in crucial games where physicality could be decisive. His interceptive qualities also beg for improvement. His proclivity to commit fouls at an above-average rate adds further cloud to his disciplinary record. Primarily dominating the midfield third, with less frequent forays into the attacking third or defensive penalty area, Inácio's expansive style of play and adeptness in ball recovery and progressive possession underline his potential as a modern-day center back. Yet the raw edges to his defensive play reaffirm that there is still plenty of room for this youthful talent to refine and mature.

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Gonçalo Inácio Shot Summary

In the 2024-2025 season, Goncalo Inacio took 9 shots, scoring 1 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 1.62, averaging 0.18 xG per shot.

Right Foot: 0 goals from 1 shots. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.11 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 1 goals from 2 shots. A 50.0% conversion rate. 0.35 xG per shot.
Headers: 0 goals from 6 headed attempts. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.14 xG per shot.