Nayef Aguerd - Stats, Scout Report & Analysis

Player Bio

Position

Center Back

Age

Market Value

€30.00M

Height

188cm

Weight

76kg

Nationality

Morocco

Next League Match

Real Sociedad vs Leganes (H)

23 February 2025

Team Probabilities

Win:

56.1%

3+ Goals:

26.4%

Clean Sheet:

37.5%

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Nayef Aguerd Scout Report

Nayef Aguerd, the Moroccan stalwart patrolling the heart of Real Sociedad's defence, plays with a refined knack for progressive carrying, catapulting him into the top echelon of La Liga's centre-backs in terms of moving the ball forward. His comfort on the ball is evident, as he's seldom rattled by pressure, a testament to his superb ball retention skills and an impressive duel win rate that solidifies his reliability at the back. While his aerial prowess is commendable, consistently winning key duels, Aguerd's stats in progressive passing and interceptions hint at a more conservative style of play, potentially avoiding unnecessary risks in possession. His low chance creation highlights his role as a defensive anchor rather than a playmaker, focusing primarily on nullifying opponents and ensuring stability rather than showcasing flair in the attacking third. Nonetheless, his ability to recover possession ensures he's ever-present in disrupting plays, a key asset for Sociedad's defensive resolve. With a tentative yellow card frequency, Aguerd has shown discipline, a bright spot in his defensive arsenal. His contribution is a study in defensive dependability, crafting security from steadfast simplicity rather than showy spectacle.

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Nayef Aguerd Shot Summary

In the 2024-2025 season, Nayef Aguerd took 13 shots, scoring 0 goals. This output came from an Expected Goals (xG) of 2.09, averaging 0.16 xG per shot.

Right Foot: 0 goals from 3 shots. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.14 xG per shot.
Left Foot: 0 goals from 5 shots. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.13 xG per shot.
Headers: 0 goals from 5 headed attempts. A 0.0% conversion rate. 0.2 xG per shot.