Midfield Player Analysis

STATUS: DRAFT

Midfield players are the connectors. They link defence to attack, react to transitions, and provide the platform for both phases of play. Your analysis must capture this multifaceted role.

Passing Patterns and Selection

Pass Type Analysis

Forward Passes

• Frequency and success rate
• Quality under different pressure levels
• Ability to break lines with passing
• Creation of chances through passing

Sideways Passes

• Tempo control and game management
• Switching play effectiveness
• Maintaining possession under pressure
• Setting up teammates for forward passes

Backward Passes

• Appropriate use vs overuse
• Quality when recycling possession
• Ability to maintain team shape
• Setting up attacks from deeper positions

Pressing and Counter-Pressing Involvement

Pressing Contribution

• Recognition of pressing triggers
• Coordination with nearby teammates
• Success rate in winning possession
• Discipline in maintaining pressing shape

Counter-Pressing Activity

• Immediate reaction to losing possession
• Success rate in winning ball back quickly
• Ability to prevent counter-attacks
• Balance between pressing and recovery

Transition Involvement Timing

Attacking Transitions

• Speed of forward movement after ball win
• Quality of forward passing in transition
• Support positioning for ball carriers
• Decision-making in final third entries

Defensive Transitions

• Recognition of ball loss danger
• Speed of defensive recovery
• Communication during transitions
• Ability to slow down opposition attacks

Part of the Learn How To Analyse A Match Course - Individual Performance Analysis (Draft)