Stam's impressive pace allows him to track back quickly during counterattacks, making him very reliable in defensive transitions.

He aggressively presses attackers, giving them minimal space to operate and effectively shutting down offensive threats.

Stam’s tackles are extremely strong and effective, consistently winning the ball back cleanly.

Inside the box, his quick reactions enable him to adjust his positioning swiftly, block shots, and intercept dangerous plays.

Stam’s physicality is one of his biggest assets. He wins duels with ease, bullies opponents off the ball, and rarely loses ground to stronger forwards.

His excellent awareness ensures he is always well-positioned near the box, anticipating threats and intercepting passes efficiently.

Stam is reliable in the air, with great jumping and strong heading ability, making him effective in clearing aerial threats and during set pieces.

Stam’s solid work rate ensures he is always engaged defensively, staying in the right positions to deal with danger.