Player Intelligence Card • FGA v3.0 System
Samuel Lobato
SAMUEL LOBATO
Central Midfielder
Club
Portimonense SC
League
Liga Portugal 2
Age
24 years
Height
184 cm
Foot
Right
Market Value
€280K
Contract
Until 06/2028
Season
2025-2026
FGA v3 Final Score
7.24/10
Comprehensive 779-metric analysis combining statistical performance, scout observation, and tactical intelligence. Above-average rating for Liga Portugal 2.
Trophy Magnet Factor
6.54/10
Weighted fit across 60 tactical philosophies. Shows strongest alignment with possession-based systems (Guardiola 7.2, Cruyff 6.8).

Key Performance Indicators

Appearances
15
Minutes Played
1170
Goals
2
Assists
1
Pass Accuracy
80%
Tackles
28

Tier 3 Video Scout Observation Metrics

Tier 3 metrics account for 50% of the final FGA score and capture cognitive, mental, and character attributes that cannot be measured through statistics alone. Observed by Empire scout Jim Totime through video analysis.

Video Completeness: 7/12 metrics (threshold met for FGA v3 activation)

CRS - Clutch Response Score
7.5/10
SOA - Speed on Action
7.0/10
SPI - Spatial Intelligence
7.0/10
OBI_P - Positional Anticipation
7.0/10
OBI_S - Space Architecture
6.5/10
OBI - Off-Ball Intelligence
6.76/10
DYN - Dynamism
6.0/10
CRK - Creative Risk Taking
6.0/10
SII_T - Top-End Speed
6.0/10
SII - Sprint Intensity Index
5.73/10
SII_A - Explosive Acceleration
5.5/10

Top 5 Philosophical Fits

Tactical DNA analysis across 60 football philosophies. Shows player compatibility with different coaching styles and systems based on cognitive profile and playing attributes.

Pep Guardiola
Spanish School
Weight: 1.40
7.2
Johan Cruyff
Dutch School
Weight: 1.45
6.8
Rinus Michels
Dutch School
Weight: 1.35
6.5
Arsène Wenger
French School
Weight: 1.30
6.4
José Mourinho
Modern Masters
Weight: 1.35
5.8

Profile Summary

Lobato shows strongest alignment with possession-based, technical systems (Guardiola, Cruyff) due to his spatial intelligence, positional discipline, and comfort in build-up phases. His clutch response score (7.5) indicates reliability in high-pressure situations. Lower physical intensity metrics (SII 5.73) suggest he's better suited to systems prioritizing technical quality over explosive athleticism.

Season Statistics • Liga Portugal 2 • 2025-2026

Category Value
Appearances (Starts) 15 (13)
Minutes Played 1,170
Goals / Assists 2 / 1
Expected Goals (xG) 1.8
Expected Assisted Goals (xAG) 1.2
Shots / Shots on Target 22 / 8
Shot Accuracy 36.4%
Pass Completion 520 / 650 (80.0%)
Key Passes 15
Progressive Passes 45
Tackles / Interceptions 28 / 18
Blocks / Clearances 8 / 12
Aerials Won 22
Dribbles Completed 18 / 32 (56.3%)
Progressive Carries 35
Yellow / Red Cards 5 / 0
Fouls Committed / Drawn 18 / 22

Cross-League Performance Projection

LOG (Level of Game) adjustment contextualizes performance across leagues of different quality. Shows how Lobato's FGA score would translate to other leagues based on competition multipliers.

🇵🇹 Liga Portugal 2
LOG: 2.8
Current league context
7.24
Base FGA Score
🇪🇸 La Liga 2
LOG: 3.2
Spanish second tier
6.33
LOG-Adjusted: 7.24 × (2.8÷3.2)
🇧🇪 Belgian JPL
LOG: 3.4
Belgian first tier
5.96
LOG-Adjusted: 7.24 × (2.8÷3.4)

Scouting Recommendation

At €280K market value and strong technical profile, Lobato represents excellent value for clubs in Belgian JPL or Spanish second tier looking for a composed, intelligent midfielder. His LOG-adjusted scores (6.33 La Liga 2, 5.96 Belgian JPL) suggest he can compete at a higher level, particularly in possession-based systems. Limited physical explosiveness may require tactical compensation in faster leagues.