Rodrigo Riquelme, the versatile young Spaniard from Atletico Madrid is showing some great potential, only 24 and excelling as a left midfielder, while being occasionally deployed as a wing-back or an attacking midfielder. Blessed with a 74th percentile score in progressive carrying, Riquelme has a knack for charging up the field with the ball at his feet — a tremendous aid in transitions. His goal efficiency is high at a matching 70th percentile, reflecting his ability to make the most of his opportunities. An impressive assist rate (approximately 90th percentile), coupled with a highly rated 81.25% for xA per 90 adds to his portfolio, speaking volumes about his potential as a playmaker. However, his game isn't without its flaws. Notably, his ball retention is middling compared to his peers, sitting at just 38% and the 20.83% percentile for being dispossessed per 90 could raise some concerns about his ball control under pressure. Riquelme will need to improve in these areas and reduce turnovers to become an even more potent weapon in Atletico Madrid's arsenal.
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In the 2023-2024 season, Rodrigo Riquelme took 37 shots, scoring 3 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 2.72, averaging 0.07 xG per shot.
Right Foot: 1 goals from 24 shots. A 4.17% conversion rate. 0.04 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 2 goals from 12 shots. A 16.67% conversion rate. 0.14 xG per shot.
Headers: 0 goals from 1 headed attempts. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.03 xG per shot.
