Advanced metrics, scout report, and player stats for Óscar Valentín
Player Bio
Position
Central Midfielder
Next League Match
Rayo Vallecano
vs
Las Palmas
(H)
08 November 2024
Team Probabilities
Óscar Valentín Scout Report
Óscar Valentín, the cunning defensive midfielder for Rayo Vallecano, has positioned himself as a relentless ball recovery machine. Ranked top-notch among his La Liga peers, his astonishing ability to reclaim possession is a testament to his effectiveness in this role. However, he can sometimes overstep, causing a higher-than-average number of fouls.
While not particularly dominant in aerial duels or one-on-one encounters, Óscar compensates with impressive interception prowess, often acting as a human shield disrupting opposition's plays. Unfortunately, his pass accuracy is lacking, suggesting a room for growth in decision-making or execution.
Regarding offensive contribution, Óscar, mainly appearing in the midfield, offers a somewhat sporadic spark in goal threat and progressive passing, pointing towards a direct-in-attack style. Despite this presence, he's not a prominent figure in the final third or chance creation, which may limit his impact on attack.
While Óscar's ball retention poses no cause for alarm, his low average touches indicate a more reactive than proactive disposition on the field, pointing to a player who thrives on reacting to his opponents' moves rather than dictating the game. To sum up, Óscar's value lies in his robust defensive capabilities, with room for improvement in attacking contribution and possession control.
Óscar Valentín Senior Career
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Óscar Valentín Shot Summary
In the 2024-2025 season, Oscar Valentin took 1 shots, scoring 0 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 0.03, averaging 0.03 xG per shot.
Right Foot: 0 goals from 0 shots. A 0% conversion rate. 0 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 0 goals from 0 shots. A 0% conversion rate. 0 xG per shot.
Headers: 0 goals from 1 headed attempts. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.03 xG per shot.