In the bustling midfield of Mainz 05, Kaishu Sano stands out for his excellent defensive contributions, highlighted by his ability to anticipate and recover possession with remarkable consistency, placing him in the top echelon of ball recovery in the Bundesliga. His formidable presence in aerial and ground duels further cements his reputation as a combative force. However, his playmaking credentials tell a different story. Despite a commendable effort in progressive passing, his limited contribution in chance creation and underwhelming pass accuracy signal an area ripe for improvement. He's seldom a direct threat in the opponent's final third, with his goal and assist metrics lagging behind. This paradoxical blend of defensive robustness and attacking reticence positions Sano primarily as a destroyer rather than a creator. His football style relies heavily on breaking up plays rather than building them, indicating a midfielder who thrives on defensive duties rather than offensive flourishes. In this respect, his scout report suggests that honing his ball retention and distribution could significantly elevate his impact in central midfield.
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In the 2024-2025 season, Kaishu Sano took 15 shots, scoring 0 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 0.62, averaging 0.04 xG per shot.
Right Foot: 0 goals from 11 shots. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.04 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 0 goals from 2 shots. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.03 xG per shot.
Headers: 0 goals from 2 headed attempts. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.08 xG per shot.
