Nesta

114 Pace

50 Shooting

86 Passing

112 Dribbling

1x No-Nonsense

154 Defending

138 Physical

Weak Foot

Skill Moves

Stamina

Skill Points used

1x Physical

3x Defending

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9.5

Avantages

‣ Incredibly fast, his speed allows him to keep up with even the fastest opponents, making him a top-notch defender.

‣ His exceptional strength enables him to outmuscle opponents, winning battles for the ball with ease.

‣ His acceleration allows him to quickly recover and track back, making crucial tackles and interceptions.

‣ He excels in one-on-one duels, using his balance and strength to win the ball back.

‣ Hardly ever misses a tackle, providing reliable defense.

‣ He's an excellent marker, able to stick close to opponents and limit their chances.

‣ Capable of distributing the ball effectively from the back.

‣ His power header trait makes him a threat in set pieces, scoring crucial goals from corners.

Inconvénients

‣ Occasionally finds himself out of position, which can be exploited by opponents.

‣ He can react slowly when opponents move towards his weak foot side, hindering his shot interceptions.

‣ He sometimes struggles with headers in aerial clearances, especially when the ball comes from a difficult angle or is heading away from him, and he can struggle with jumping and timing.

Alternatives

Verdict final

Alessandro Nesta is a powerhouse at center back, combining speed, strength, and exceptional defensive skills. His ability to tackle, mark, and maintain balance in duels makes him a formidable defender. Additionally, his passing ability and threat on corners add an extra dimension to his game. While he has some weaknesses in positioning, reactions, and aerial challenges, his overall performance makes him a valuable asset to any team's defense.