David Weir (Player) — Empire FGA Profile

🌍 Global Impact Analysis

David Weir is a Scottish footballing legend who played until age 41. **Everton (1999-2007)**: **266 appearances** across 8 seasons. **Club captain**. Rock at the heart of defense. **Rangers (2007-2012)**: **215 apps**. **3 SPL titles** (2008-09, 2009-10, 2010-11). **Club captain**. **Hearts (1996-1999)**: **106 apps**. **Scottish Cup winner 1998**. **Scotland National Team**: **69 caps, 1 goal**. Represented Scotland at EURO 1996 and 1998 World Cup qualification campaigns. Known for exceptional **positioning (8.9)**, **leadership (9.2)**, **tactical intelligence (9.0)**, and **aerial ability (8.7)**. Played professional football for 20 years. One of Scotland's most consistent defenders. **700+ career appearances**. Now successful coach at Brighton U21s. True professional and leader throughout career.

Career Highlights: 69 Scotland Caps • 3 SPL Titles • Scottish Cup Winner • Everton Captain • Rangers Captain • 700+ Career Apps • Played till 41

📊 Core FGA Intelligence Metrics

Tier 1: Defensive Metrics

MRK (Marking)8.8

TAC (Tackling)8.5

INT (Interceptions)9.0

CLE (Clearances)8.9

BLO (Blocks)8.6

Tier 1: Physical & Aerial

Aerial Ability8.7

Strength8.4

Concentration9.1

Positioning8.9

Tier 2: Intelligence & Leadership

POI (Positional Intelligence)9.0

Leadership9.2

Composure8.8

Decision Making9.0

🧠 60-Philosophy Framework Analysis

Weir's tactical DNA - traditional British defending.

Top Philosophy Fits

Moyes Defensive 9.0/10 Traditional British 8.8/10 Simeone Defensive 8.5/10 Ferguson Discipline 8.7/10 Mourinho Organization 8.6/10

🧪 Psychological Profile & Personality

Core Traits

Personality TypeISTJ (Logistician)

StyleLeader

Leadership9.2

Concentration9.1

Analysis

**Captain** at both Everton and Rangers. **69 Scotland caps**. **3 SPL titles** with Rangers. **Scottish Cup winner** with Hearts. Played until **41 years old** - remarkable longevity. **700+ career appearances**. Model professional. Now successful coach at Brighton U21s. True Scottish legend.

🤝 Key Career Moments

1992 | Professional Debut

⚽ Started professional career at **Falkirk**. 114 appearances. Beginning of 20-year career.

May 1998 | Scottish Cup Winner

🏆 **SCOTTISH CUP FINAL 1998** - Hearts 2-1 Rangers. Major trophy win.

Jan 1999 | Everton Transfer

💙 **EVERTON FC** - £250K transfer. 8 years, 266 apps. Became club captain. Premier League regular.

1996-2002 | Scotland Career Peak

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 **69 SCOTLAND CAPS** - Key defender for national team. EURO 96 squad member.

Jan 2007 | Rangers Move

⚂ **RANGERS FC** - Free transfer. **3 consecutive SPL titles** (2009, 2010, 2011). Club captain.

May 2012 | Retirement

🏆 **RETIRED AGED 41** - 700+ career appearances. Legendary career ends. Transitions to coaching.

📈 Career Statistics

Club/Country	Years	Apps	Goals
Falkirk	1992-1996	114	5
Hearts	1996-1999	106	7
Everton	1999-2007	266	10
Rangers	2007-2012	215	6
Scotland NT	1996-2002	69	1
Career: 700+ Apps • 3 SPL Titles • Scottish Cup • 69 Scotland Caps • Captain at Everton & Rangers

⚽ Tactical Profile & Playing Style

David Weir was a traditional British centre-back.

Aspect	Description
Primary Role	Centre-Back / Defensive Leader
Key Strengths	Leadership (9.2), concentration (9.1), positioning (8.9), interceptions (9.0)
Defensive	Elite positioning, excellent reading of game, strong in the air, reliable
Physical	Good aerial ability, strength, remarkable longevity (played till 41)
Mental	Outstanding leadership, captain material, model professional, intelligent
Summary: Scottish legend. Captain at Everton and Rangers. 69 Scotland caps. 3 SPL titles. Played till 41. Now successful coach.

🎬 Video Highlights

Weir's career showcases leadership and defensive excellence.

Scottish Legend

"69 Scotland caps across 6 years.
Captain at Everton and Rangers.
Leadership (9.2), Positioning (8.9), Interceptions (9.0).
3 SPL titles. Played until 41 years old.
David Weir - True professional and leader."

⚽ Career Highlights - Final Season

David Weir's final season at Rangers (2011-12) - aged 41.

Date	Competition	Match	Result	Notes
May 2012	SPL	Final Appearance	Various	Retired aged 41
2011-12	Season	Rangers Captain	Multiple	Final professional season
Career	20 Years	700+ Apps	Legend	1992-2012

🌟 Iconic Matches

Career-defining performances.

May 16, 1998 | Scottish Cup Final

🏆 **SCOTTISH CUP FINAL** - Hearts 2-1 Rangers. Major trophy win with Hearts.

1999-2007 | Everton Captain

💙 **266 EVERTON APPEARANCES** - 8 years as defensive rock. Club captain. Premier League stalwart.

2008-2011 | Rangers Treble

⚂🏆🏆🏆 **3 CONSECUTIVE SPL TITLES** - Rangers captain. Legendary Scottish career.

📊 Player Comparison (vs Scottish Defenders)

Weir vs Elite Scottish Defenders

📝 Miscellaneous Data

Profile

Full NameDavid Gillespie Weir

DOBMay 10, 1970 (54)

PositionCentre-Back

NationalityScotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Current Status

Playing CareerRetired 2012

Current RoleBrighton U21 Coach

Career Span1992-2012 (20 years)

Rating83.5 - Scottish Legend

🎯 Scout's Final Verdict

Elite Attributes

Leadership 9.2/10

Concentration 9.1/10

Interceptions 9.0/10

Intelligence 9.0/10

Positioning 8.9/10

Clearances 8.9/10

Summary

VERDICT: SCOTTISH LEGEND

David Weir is one of Scotland's greatest defenders. **700+ career appearances** across 20 years. **69 Scotland caps**. **Captain** at both Everton (266 apps) and Rangers (215 apps). **3 consecutive SPL titles** with Rangers (2009-11). **Scottish Cup winner** with Hearts (1998). Known for exceptional **leadership (9.2)**, **concentration (9.1)**, and **positional intelligence (9.0)**. Played until **41 years old** - remarkable longevity. Model professional. Now successful coach at Brighton U21s. True legend of Scottish football.

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