Advanced metrics, scout report, and player stats for Leonel Bucca
Player Bio
Position
Central Midfielder
Next League Match
Estrela da Amadora
vs
Nacional
(H)
10 November 2024
Leonel Bucca Scout Report
Our scout report brings us today to Leonel Bucca, the 25-year-old Argentine central midfielder currently weaving his magic at Estrela da Amadora in the Primeira Liga. This relatively young talent hasn't reached his peak years yet, but his potential is undeniable. His style of play shows a notable predilection for the midfield third, where he engages half the time, yet easily transitions to attacking or defending positions.
Bucca is somewhat of a paradox within player stats. His true strength lies in his unerring ability to be a consistent goal threat, existing at the zenith of his league peers. Proving especially adept at successful dribbles per 90, he tops every player in his position and league, both bewitching and bewildering opponents with his ball control. In addition, his chance creation ability pulls him head and shoulders above the majority, underlining his skill in crafting goal-scoring opportunities.
However, the chart isn't bereft of weaknesses. Despite his clear offensive abilities, Bucca's ball retention and progressive carrying remain areas of concern, ranking relatively low among his peers. It becomes clear that while he is aggressive and direct in attacks, he struggles with maintaining possession and building plays from the back.
Perhaps the biggest red flags in Bucca's play pertain to discipline. His frequent fouls and accumulation of yellow cards are considerably high, suggesting an impulsive, uncontrolled side of his style of play. His goal efficiency and pass accuracy per 90 could also use significant improvement as they languish in the lower percentiles, as well as his low touches indicating inefficient ball use.
Balancing these dimensions, Bucca emerges as a razor-sharp, goal-minded midfielder with flashes of unmistakable brilliance, capable of single-handedly turning the tide in his team’s favour. His high-risk-high-reward style while rousing could yet benefit from a dash of discipline and finer ball handling.
Leonel Bucca Senior Career
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Leonel Bucca Shot Summary
In the 2024-2025 season, Leonel Bucca took 13 shots, scoring 2 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 1.54, averaging 0.12 xG per shot.
Right Foot: 0 goals from 0 shots. A 0% conversion rate. 0 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 1 goals from 8 shots. A 12.5% conversion rate. 0.09 xG per shot.
Headers: 1 goals from 5 headed attempts. A 20.0% conversion rate. 0.16 xG per shot.