Wide creator who isolates defenders, moves into scoring lanes and supplies decisive final actions.
PLAYING STYLEAlternates touchline width with diagonal movement, giving the attack both an outlet and a route into the penalty area.
FM26 TACTICAL FITUse as an Inside Forward or Winger according to the preferred attacking lane. Pair with a complementary full-back and create regular isolated receptions rather than crowding the flank.
A high-level wide attacker assessed for one-against-one threat, movement and decisive final actions.
STRENGTHSAcceleration; close control; one-against-one play; off-ball movement.
RISKSInfluence can fall when preferred receiving zones are crowded and the surrounding attack provides too little width or movement in depth.
DEVELOPMENT AREASDevelop final-action selection, weak-side movement and defensive reliability when repeated one-against-one opportunities are unavailable.
OUTLOOKHigh-upside FM26 profile with immediate squad value and substantial room to grow in a well-matched role.
FM26 SYSTEM FIT
How to use Matias Fernandez-Pardo
Use as an Inside Forward or Winger according to the preferred attacking lane. Pair with a complementary full-back and create regular isolated receptions rather than crowding the flank.
PRIMARY SYSTEMFluid possession / attacking rotationsSUGGESTED ROLEInside Forward · SupportKEY TEAM INSTRUCTIONKeep support close and provide runners beyond the ball.