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SCOUTING REPORT – TOMÁS ROJAS

Date Observed:

  • February 11 vs. Deportivo Madryn
  • March 11 vs. Colegiales

Position: Center-Back
Club: CA Atlanta (Primera Nacional)
Foot: Left
Height: 1.80 m
Age: 20
Transfermarkt: Profile

TECHNICAL (3.0)

  • Aerial Play: Strong timing and elevation. Wins aerial duels consistently. Scored with a well-directed header to the far post; generates both power and precision. Can use head not only to clear, but to redirect passes with control.
  • Ball Control: Calm first touch. Comfortable receiving under moderate pressure. Dribbling is functional—not creative—but effective when used to exit tight spots and find a nearby teammate. Doesn’t lose composure.
  • Passing: Short-range passing is clean and consistent. Keeps the ball moving with pace and purpose. Tends toward low-risk options (CBs, keeper), but executes accurately. Progressed as match context demanded— was able to create space through vertical movement in game contexts that demanded more forward-thinking actions.
  • Weak Foot: Favors his left, though not to the point of liability. One observed turnover from a poor left-footed ball under pressure.

TACTICAL (3.5)

  • Positioning: Maintains defensive shape well. Understands spacing in the back line. Stayed level with CB and RB during switches and buildup. Intercepted several ground passes by anticipating central cutbacks. Cut off winger’s angled run by guiding it to the sideline, setting up a teammate’s interception.
  • Decision-Making: Reads attacking intentions quickly. Rarely caught ball-watching. Uses body to bait attackers into poor choices—one instance led to an easy interception. In possession, doesn’t force vertical play unless clearly beneficial.
  • Defensive Shape & Traps: Executes defensive traps effectively. One successful offside line trap noted. Communicates clearly to coordinate shape. Deliberate in stepping up—one second-half sequence saw him push high to win a turnover, then initiate a run into the box for a potential cross.

PHYSICAL (3.5)

  • Strength: Physically dominant against forwards at this level. Shields attackers off the ball, boxes out effectively on aerials and ground duels. Absorbs contact well.
  • Mobility: Moves fluidly for his size. Covers ground laterally without appearing rushed. Quick to open his hips when adjusting to wide play or sudden counters.
  • Stamina and Presence: Plays with low wasted motion. Maintains energy and mental alertness into late phases of the match. Grew more assertive as tempo increased. Surged forward late to support a cross, showing capacity for box-to-box involvement when needed.

MENTAL (3.0)

  • Composure: Stays composed in high-pressure and chaotic phases. After poor start in Colegiales match, settled quickly and improved steadily. Maintains discipline when under stress.
  • Temperament: Doesn’t overreact to fouls or referee decisions. Respected presence during on-field disputes—acted as a calming influence in one incident.
  • Communication: Vocal throughout both matches. Directs line during open play and set pieces. Provides constant verbal feedback to partner CB and keeper.
  • Responsiveness: Quick to shift mindset after transition moments. Immediately opens passing lanes after turnovers. Tracks second runners without hesitation. Executes recovery tackles without panic—stopped a 1v1 counter solo with well-timed challenge.

PROJECTION

Reliable, low-risk defender with a grounded understanding of his role and strengths. Profiles as a left-sided center-back who can grow into a key defensive anchor with more time at the professional level. Could thrive in systems that emphasize positional discipline and short-passing buildup. Long-term ceiling tied to how much he can expand his range of distribution and sharpen his use of right foot. Has the base to become a dependable contributor at higher domestic or regional levels.

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