Marvin Ducksch is a German professional footballer who plays as a striker for the Bundesliga club Werder Bremen. He has played a significant role in ensuring the team’s place in the top flight next season. His performances have been appreciated as he has scored crucial goals in key matches throughout the season. The German has made 25 Bundesliga appearances this season and has 14 goal contributions. He has also shown excellent finishing skills, converting chances into goals with ease. His clinical nature in front of the goal has helped Werder Bremen win matches that they may have otherwise drawn or lost. The newly promoted side is currently placed 11th with 31 points and is ten points clear of relegation. The German played a key role in their quest for promotion last season, making 29 goal contributions. He will be counted on as the team is currently looking to sustain its top position. Below are some of the stats for the player that show why he is an important player for Werder Bremen.
Performance so far
Marvin Ducksch has made 25 Bundesliga appearances this season and started in all of them. The forward acts as a constant threat during attacks and creates plenty of chances for his team. A right-footed player, he tends to provide passes in dangerous areas and has fourteen goal contributions this season. The above viz shows the percentile rank of the player’s stats compared to other centre forwards in the Bundesliga in 2022–2033. The player has done well in the attacking department, and his ability to receive and pass the ball has also been decent. His defensive indicators show that he wins a good amount of aerial and defensive duels. He is also ranked well in terms of getting touches in the opponent’s box.
Goal contributions
In addition to netting goals, the 29-year-old has the mindset to create scoring opportunities for others. The above viz shows the shot assists delivered by Marvin Ducksch in the current Bundesliga campaign. He has recorded five assists thus far with an xA value of 4.19. It can be observed that some of the key passes are directed into the penalty box, while the others have been through corners and crosses from the final third. Currently, he averages 1.49 shot assists per 90 minutes in the German top flight. Another factor that has contributed to his success is the team’s playing style. Werder Bremen has relied on a possession-based approach, which has allowed him to receive the ball in dangerous positions and create chances for himself and his teammates.
Attacking down the flanks
The above viz illustrates the player’s winger actions from all games played in the Bundesliga in 2022–2033. It can be observed that the forward shows high intensity on the flanks, particularly in terms of putting crosses into the box. Currently, he averages 1.82 crosses per match with 28.9% accuracy and also attempts 5.88 dribbles on average. He also averages 4.36 touches in the opposition’s penalty area and makes 0.53 progressive runs per match. Most of his intensity is down the left flank, but he also makes crosses into the box from the right.
Goal scoring ability
Marvin Ducksch played in the second division of German football for the last three seasons. He helped Werder Bremen qualify for the top flight by netting 20 goals and providing nine assists. The above viz depicts his shot map while playing for his last three Bundesliga 2 seasons. He managed to net 52 goals (42.05 xG), most from inside the box. He has already displayed his attacking capabilities in the German top flight and is showing his experience and consistency in front of the goal.
In conclusion, Marvin Ducksch has been a key player for Werder Bremen in their successful campaign to secure a place in the top flight of German football for the next season. His clinical finishing, ability to find space, and the team’s playing style have all contributed to his success. Werder Bremen will be hoping that Ducksch can continue his impressive form for the remainder of the season.
Visuals via TFA data viz engine
