Serie A’s Most Creative and Explosive Dribblers: A Tactical Insight

4th March 2025

Serie A is a league filled with technical wingers and playmakers, and our Statz.ai graphic highlights the best performers in two key attacking metrics: chances created per 90 minutes and successful dribbles per 90 minutes. Analyzing data through matchweek 26, we uncover the league’s top playmakers, dribblers, and those who combine both attributes.

Pass-First Playmakers

In the top-left quadrant, we find elite creators who thrive on playmaking rather than dribbling. Christian Pulisic (Milan) stands out with the highest chance creation numbers, proving his effectiveness as a provider. Teun Koopmeiners (Juventus), Matteo Politano (Napoli), and Lorenzo Pellegrini (Roma) also feature here, showcasing their ability to unlock defences with precise passing rather than taking players on.

Direct Dribble Specialists

The bottom-right quadrant is home to direct dribble merchants, players who excel at beating defenders but don’t create as many chances. Rafael Leão (Milan) leads this category with his explosive take-ons, while David Neres (Napoli), Yıldız (Juventus), and Oristanio (Venezia) also demonstrate elite dribbling ability. These players are crucial in one-on-one situations, stretching defenses and breaking lines.

The Complete Attacking Threats

The most dangerous attacking players reside in the top-right quadrant, excelling in both creativity and dribbling. Dennis Man (Parma), and Mattia Zaccagni (Lazio) are all among Serie A’s most balanced attacking threats, combining flair with end product.

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