He isn’t lightning-fast like a winger, but for a central playmaker, his acceleration and sprint speed are more than enough to burst into open spaces or drive the ball forward on counters.

His finishing and long-shot accuracy stand out. Francescoli can consistently score from the edge of the box or inside tight spaces when given time on his right foot.

He reads the game well and delivers accurate passes in tight areas.

His dribbling is elegant and fluid, the ball sticks to his feet. Francescoli feels natural in tight situations, and he can easily glide past players with quick touches or body feints, which gives him that “classic CAM” feel in-game.