ST
Kaito Taniguchi
ST · Centre-Forward · Forward
30y·🇯🇵Japan
Apps28
Min1,646
G2P42
A1P55
xG1.8P42
xA0.8P55
Rating6.82
Form
DWDLD
Strong sampleExperienced (30–32)
Attributes
Shooting
GoalsGoalsGoals scored in open play and from set pieces.2
xGExpected GoalsExpected goals — the probability an average player would have scored each chance the player took, summed across the season.1.76
ShotsShotsTotal shot attempts across the season, including on-target, off-target, and blocked.34
Shots on TargetShots on TargetShots that either resulted in a goal or were saved by the keeper.12
Passing
AssistsAssistsFinal pass leading directly to a teammate's goal.1
xAExpected AssistsExpected assists — the probability the teammate receiving each final pass would have scored from that chance.0.82
Key PassesKey PassesPasses that create a shot for a teammate but don't result in an assist.18
Progressive PassesProgressive PassesPasses that move the ball meaningfully toward the opponent's goal.55
Possession
DribblesDribbles CompletedSuccessful take-ons beating a defender on the dribble.12
Progressive CarriesProgressive CarriesBall carries that move the ball meaningfully toward goal.17
Box TouchesTouches in BoxOpen-play touches taken inside the opposition penalty area.60
Radar
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Centre-Forward · Forward
A forward whose contribution extends beyond the scoresheet.
outstanding blockslimited pass accuracy
A solid forward with a balanced profile across key metrics.
Role Suitability
False Nine