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Costinha(26)

Brighton & Hove Albion

Premier LeaguePremier League

Contract Expires:Jun 30, 2031

Brighton & Hove Albion

Premier LeaguePremier League

Contract Expires:Jun 30, 2031

Full Name: João Pedro Loureiro da Costa

Date of Birth: Mar 26, 2000

Height: 181cm

Primary Position RB

Secondary Positions RM

Primary Position RB

Secondary Positions RM

Scouting Report

Last Updated: 7월 23, 2026

Player Type

Overlapping Full-Back

Costinha is a right-footed full-back renowned for his pace, stamina, and defensive reliability. Constantly providing width through overlapping runs while remaining disciplined defensively, he profiles as a modern overlapping full-back with strong two-way qualities.

Strengths

Work Rate – Covers the flank tirelessly and contributes consistently in both attack and defence.
Pace – Uses his acceleration and speed to stretch play and recover defensively.
Defensive Reliability – Strong positional awareness and solid one-on-one defending make him dependable at the back.

Weaknesses

Creativity – Final-third creativity is solid but not elite.
Crossing Consistency – Delivery from wide areas can fluctuate despite reaching advanced positions.
Finishing – Offers limited goalscoring threat compared to more attack-minded full-backs.

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