Tomoya Koyamatsu Scout Report
Our scout report brings Tomoya Koyamatsu, a versatile 29-year-old Japanese Striker plying his trade at Kashiwa Reysol in the J1 League, into focus. Koyamatsu's style of play builds around a fascinating paradox: despite occupying the forward positions, his player stats indicate a surprisingly low threat in front of the goal, ranking dismally in the bottom categories for Goal Threat, Goals per 90, and Shots on target per 90. Hence, scoring goals might not be his forte.
However, where Koyamatsu truly shines is in his exemplary Ball Retention and Goal Efficiency, ranking phenomenally high within his league counterparts, suggesting his value in maintaining possession and maximizing scoring opportunities when they arise. These traits align particularly well with his secondary roles in Midfield, where his above-average Progressive Carrying and Progressive Passing abilities allow him to drive the ball forward successfully, creating opportunities for his team.
Despite his low Chance Creation and Assist stats, his Pass Accuracy per 90 tells us he rarely squanders possession. Additionally, Koyamatsu's Successful Dribbles per 90, which stand in the upper mid-range, reveal a player who can successfully navigate the battlefield under pressure. In terms of development areas, increasing the volume and quality of his shots, alongside constructing more goal-scoring chances for teammates, could make this already integral player nearly irreplaceable. Koyamatsu's paradoxical playing style adds an enticing dimension to his game, demonstrating that there's more to the Striker role than simply finding the net.
