Riccardo Calafiori - Stats, Scout Report & Analysis

Player Bio

Position

Center Back

Age

Market Value

€48.00M

Height

183cm

Weight

74kg

Nationality

Italy

Next League Match

Nottm Forest vs Arsenal (A)

26 February 2025

Team Probabilities

Win:

43.9%

3+ Goals:

17.6%

Clean Sheet:

32.0%

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Riccardo Calafiori Scout Report

Riccardo Calafiori, at just 22, is carving his niche at Arsenal with a distinct flair as a centre-back, occasionally stepping in at left-back. This young Italian's style of play is marked by his commendable knack for ball recovery and chance creation, outperforming many of his peers in these areas. However, his game isn't without its rough edges, particularly in ball retention and progressive passing, which suggests there's room for growth in possession play. The fact that he's not overly involved with touches indicates a more measured approach, choosing strategic interventions over constant involvement. Calafiori is proficient in aerial duels, a valuable asset for Arsenal's defensive dynamics, although he grapples with discipline, evident from a high propensity for fouls and frequent bookings. Positioned primarily in the midfield third, he's pivotal in the transitional phases of play, though he might need to temper his aggressive tendencies to avoid limitations from suspensions. As such, this scout report paints a picture of a promising yet raw talent, with potential aplenty should he refine his ball control and passing amidst Premier League rigours.

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Riccardo Calafiori Shot Summary

In the 2024-2025 season, Riccardo Calafiori took 7 shots, scoring 2 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 0.67, averaging 0.1 xG per shot.

Right Foot: 0 goals from 0 shots. A 0% conversion rate. 0 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 2 goals from 3 shots. A 66.67% conversion rate. 0.05 xG per shot.
Headers: 0 goals from 4 headed attempts. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.13 xG per shot.