Bennacer

124 Pace

95 Shooting

124 Passing

139 Dribbling

1x Physical

156 Defending

141 Physical

Weak Foot

Skill Moves

Stamina

Skill Points used

1x Anchor

3x Defending

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Avantages

While not blisteringly fast, Bennacer possesses enough mobility to recover defensively and contribute in quick midfield transitions.

A standout distributor, he consistently finds teammates with crisp short passes and can switch play efficiently with accurate long balls.

Very composed on the ball, especially under pressure. Rarely loses possession thanks to tight control and smart body positioning.

Reads the game exceptionally well. His positioning, awareness, and marking make him adept at cutting passing lanes and halting opposition counters.

Times his interventions cleanly, often regaining possession without diving in. Rarely overcommits.

Inconvénients

Offers little goal threat from outside the box or in advanced areas. Not someone to rely on for a late winner.

At 1.75m (5'9"), he can be overpowered in aerial duels or physical midfield battles against more robust opponents.

Somewhat limited when forced onto his right foot, which can make him predictable in tight situations or when pressed aggressively.

Alternatives

Verdict final

Ismaël Bennacer is a tactically astute and technically sound deep-lying midfielder. His skill set makes him ideal for a possession-based gameplay where control and structure are important. He shines most as a lone holding midfielder when partnered with a more physically dominant player. While he won't contribute heavily in goals or dominate aerial battles, his intelligence, composure, and passing make him a key figure in any well-drilled midfield.