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Santiago Castro

FOOTBALL MANAGER 26 · PLAYER REPORT

Santiago Castro

Argentina flagBologna · Argentina

STFM26 launch age 21Pressing

SCOUTING SUMMARY

Relentless pressing forward who pins centre-backs before attacking the space around the penalty spot.

PLAYING STYLEPlays on the shoulder, competes aggressively with centre-backs and keeps moving after the first action. He is most useful when the attack reaches the box quickly rather than asking him to orchestrate long possession sequences.

FM26 TACTICAL FITBest as a Pressing Forward on attack in a 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3 with a number 10 or inside forward supplying the final pass. Use a high press and quick vertical transitions; avoid isolating him as a static target man.

A hard-running central striker whose value comes from repeated box attacks, defensive pressure and willingness to contest direct service.

STRENGTHSPressing intensity; near-post and central-box movement; direct running; appetite for duels.
RISKSCan become peripheral against a deep block when service is slow, and his contribution between the lines is less influential than his work near goal.
DEVELOPMENT AREASBack-to-goal combinations, calmer final-action selection and timing when checking short before spinning in behind.
OUTLOOKStrong first-team striker for an intense system, with room to become a reliable high-level scorer.

FM26 SYSTEM FIT

How to use Santiago Castro

Best as a Pressing Forward on attack in a 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3 with a number 10 or inside forward supplying the final pass. Use a high press and quick vertical transitions; avoid isolating him as a static target man.

PRIMARY SYSTEMHigh press / fast transition
SUGGESTED ROLEPressing Forward · Attack
KEY TEAM INSTRUCTIONAttack space early and lead the first defensive action.