Matteo Darmian v Antonio Valencia
Matteo Darmian
Pace
6
Sluggish for a full-back, it is a weakness that is frequently exploited by opponents.
Crossing
7
Hard to really judge his crossing that well, because he struggles to get forward to put a cross in.
Tackling
7
A very good tackler, if he can catch up to do so.
Technique
7
Good technique, a very solid player who can be trusted to get the ball under control quickly.
Heading
8
Strong in the air for a full-back.
Matteo Darmian
Antonio Valencia
Pace
7
His legs are slowing and the pace he once possessed is fading.
Crossing
5
As a winger his ability was based on having the pace to get space and then the quality to whip in a great cross. However that crossing ability seems to have vanished into the ether.
Tackling
7
His tackling has improved significantly recently.
Technique
6
His technique has gone the way of his crossing.
Heading
7
Decent in the air but could improve that aspect of his game.
Antonio Valencia