Gustaf Nilsson - Stats, Scout Report & Analysis

Player Bio

Position

Striker

Age

Market Value

€6.50M

Height

197cm

Weight

78kg

Nationality

Sweden

Next League Match

Club Brugge vs Standard Liege (H)

23 February 2025

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Gustaf Nilsson Scout Report

Gustaf Nilsson, plying his trade as a striker at Club Brugge, has turned heads with a commendable blend of direct attacking prowess and clinical finishing, as evidenced by his exemplary goal-scoring stats. In this season's scout report, his style of play is characterised by an impressive knack for finding the net, ranking near the top in goals per 90 minutes, and displaying a formidable goal threat that's hard to ignore. While he appears slightly less impactful in ball recovery and ball retention metrics, his high shot frequency and assist potential suggest he's a forward who thrives on direct play and seizing opportunities with minimal fuss. His superb chance creation further underscores an ability to craft goal-scoring opportunities, even if his pass accuracy suggests room for improvement in maintaining possession. Nilsson's game isn't about intricate dribbling or holding onto the ball, but rather about making the most of rare but lethal touches to influence outcomes decisively. This directness in front of goal, combined with his notable efficiency in harnessing chances, paints the picture of a striker who's always in the right place at the right time, focused on end results above all else.

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Gustaf Nilsson Shot Summary

In the 2024-2025 season, Gustaf Nilsson took 63 shots, scoring 9 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 10.33, averaging 0.16 xG per shot.

Right Foot: 4 goals from 24 shots. A 16.67% conversion rate. 0.17 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 2 goals from 16 shots. A 12.5% conversion rate. 0.25 xG per shot.
Headers: 3 goals from 22 headed attempts. A 13.64% conversion rate. 0.11 xG per shot.