David Bird, 21, Advanced Forward

Best Position

ST: Advanced Forward-At

High Finishing and Acceleration make him a threat in front of goal.

Good Off the Ball movement to find space.

Strong Technique and Dribbling for taking on defenders.

ST: Pressing Forward-At

High Aggression and Work Rate for pressing opponents.

Decent Strength and Stamina to maintain pressure.

ST: Deep Lying Forward-Su

Good Passing and Vision for linking play.

Technique and First Touch to control the ball under pressure.

Training Priorities

Finishing

Improving Finishing will increase his goal-scoring ability.

Composure

Better Composure will help him make better decisions under pressure.

Strength

Increased Strength will help him hold off defenders.

Vision

Improving Vision will enhance his playmaking abilities.

Trait Suggestions

Places Shots

This will improve his goal-scoring efficiency.

Likes to Beat Offside Trap

Utilizes his pace to get behind defenses.

Comes Deep to Get Ball

Helps in linking play and creating opportunities.

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