Idris El Mizouni, at just 23, has emerged as a critical cog in Oxford United's Championship campaign, showcasing a style of play that marries defensive tenacity with the ability to retain possession. His superb ball recovery skills place him among the top in his position, a testament to his defensive acumen and reading of the game. This knack for winning the ball back is complemented by his impressive capacity for ball retention, enabling his side to maintain possession and dictate play. However, his progressive passing stands in stark contrast, trailing significantly amongst peers and suggesting room for development in breaking lines with more forward-thinking passes.
Despite a somewhat muted goal threat and below average shot creation, El Mizouni offers a reliable presence in front of the back line with a commendable assist rate, reflecting a solid understanding of where and when to release a crucial pass. While his aerial abilities are a definite area for improvement, he's more comfortable with the ball at his feet, evidenced by his capacity for progressive carries. Primarily active in the middle third, he's vital in linking defence and attack but is less frequent in the attacking third—a strategic restraint that owes to his defensive role. This scout report highlights El Mizouni's potential as a dynamic defensive midfielder who could elevate his game through enhancing his passing range and aerial prowess.
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Idris El Mizouni Shot Summary
In the 2024-2025 season, Idris El Mizouni took 18 shots, scoring 1 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 1.84, averaging 0.1 xG per shot.
Right Foot: 0 goals from 15 shots. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.09 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 1 goals from 2 shots. A 50.0% conversion rate. 0.1 xG per shot.
Headers: 0 goals from 1 headed attempts. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.34 xG per shot.
