Mascherano

109 Pace

67 Shooting

101 Passing

104 Dribbling

124 Defending

118 Physical

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8.8

Avantages

‣ Brilliant defensive abilities, can make those important interceptions and tackles in tight situations. The 'Dives into Tackles' trait helps in such cases.

‣ Good pace to catch up with pacey forwards.

‣ Low Attacking work rate implies that he holds his position as a defensive midfielder very well and does not support in attack much.

‣ Alternate positions are CM and CB. Despite the height, he can perform really well in Centre Back position as well.

‣ Compared to other options, he's got good physicality.

Inconvénients

‣ 3* WF can impact passing and shooting capabilities since he already possesses below average shooting stats while passing is just decent.

‣ Given his height, he'll have lesser impact during set-pieces.

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Verdict final

A really good option for a defensive midfielder, stays back and holds his position well. He can perform his best when paired up with another DM. His height can be problematic but he makes up for it with his impressive physical attributes. A pure second defender and must not be mistaken for a creative playmaker.