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Olly Casey Player Analysis and Scouting Report

Olly Casey Defender

Age : 24

Nationality : English

Club : Blackpool FC

Height : 190cm/6’3″

Weight : 78kg / 171lbs

Foot : Right

Contract Expiry : 30/06/2026

Introduction Dominant. Committed. Consistent.

Oliver Casey is a physically imposing centre-back who excels in both ground and aerial duels, showing excellent timing and judgement in defensive challenges. He reads the game intelligently, positioning himself to intercept danger, cut out key passes, and make decisive blocks when it matters most. In the 2024–25 season, he was voted Player’s Player of the Season by his Blackpool FC teammates, having played an impressive 4,178 minutes – a testament to his durability, consistency, and importance to the side. Reliable, committed, and tactically disciplined, Casey brings real presence to the heart of any back line.

Best Roles ScoutDeck® Framework Scores

Season Stats 2024 - 2025

Appearances : 43

Minutes Played : 4178

Defensive Duels per 90 : 6.35

Defensive Duels Won % : 80.6%

Aerial Duels per 90 : 6.74

Aerial Duels Won % : 63.9%

Strengths Best Attributes

  • Tackling
  • 1 v 1 Duels
  • Heading
  • Passing
  • Anticipation
  • Concentration

Overall Ranking In 'Ground Dominant Centre-Back' Framework

Olly Casey ranks very highly in the ScoutDeck® Ground Dominant Centre-Back framework, scoring 85 out of 100. His placement sits firmly in the top tier of all centre-backs analysed, with only two ranking higher.

For clubs seeking a proactive, front-foot defender who engages and disrupts on the deck, he’s a leading profile within this model.

Top Five Centre Backs in League One According to ScoutDeck® 'Ground Dominant Centre-Back' Framework

Current Team - Blackpool FC Most used formations

Category Scores Ground Dominant Centre-Back Framework

Olly Casey ranks impressively across all 4 categories in the ScoutDeck® Ground Dominant framework, reflecting a well-rounded, physically assertive and intelligent Championship Level centre-back.

What does this mean?

  • Ground Duels : 77/100 – Dominant in 1 v 1 engagements, stands up well to direct threats
  • Aerial Duels : 69/100 – Strong in the air and consistently competitive
  • Anticipation : 67/100 – Reads danger early, steps in to break up play
  • Passing : 59/100 – Capable distributor of the ball, keeps things simple and secure in possession
 
Casey is a dominant, no-nonsense defender who relishes physical battles and consistently comes out on top. He combines strong anticipation and reading of the game with secure possession and distribution of the ball to keep his side in control. These attributes have enabled him to excel in League One and mean he would fit comfortably in most Championship Level systems.

Heat Map & Touch Map Analysis Olly Casey : 2024 - 2025

Oliver Casey’s 2024–25 data showcases a left-sided centre-back with excellent positional discipline, physical presence, and a proactive defensive mindset. His touch map shows high involvement in key defensive zones, particularly just outside the box, where he frequently engages opposition forwards early to prevent dangerous build-up. The accompanying heat map reflects a player who consistently patrols the left channel with intensity, stepping out when required but maintaining a strong defensive shape. While not expansive in his positioning, Casey offers assuredness in his zone, showing maturity in how he reads danger and anticipates threats. His spatial consistency and willingness to intervene early make him a reliable presence in systems that demand structure, robustness, and control without sacrificing aggression.

Heat Map 2024 - 2025 Season

Touch Map 2024 - 2025 Season

Progressive Passing Olly Casey in 2024 - 2025 Season

Oliver Casey’s progressive passing map highlights his role as a composed, forward-thinking centre-back who contributes with purpose in possession. Operating primarily from the left side of the defensive line, Casey frequently plays through the lines or into wider areas, helping shift the opposition and initiate attacking phases. His passes demonstrate confidence, range, and a clear intention to advance play without forcing high-risk decisions.

His patterns reflect a player who understands when to break lines and when to recycle play. He consistently picks out midfielders or full-backs in space, with several driven diagonal passes into the left half-space and final third. Casey offers more than just safety in possession and adds structure and momentum to the team’s build-up, creating smoother transitions from back to front.

Key Progressive Passing Traits

  • Passes originate from deep left-centre zones, showing range and control
  • Regularly targets central midfielders and wide players with vertical or diagonal balls
  • Capable of breaking lines and playing into space without sacrificing security
  • Provides a steady platform to build attacks and move opposition blocks
  • Shows composure under pressure, maintaining tempo in possession

Video Scouting Report An in-depth visual study of Olly Casey

Percentile Rankings Compared to Positional Peers in EFL League One

Using percentile rankings to evaluate Olly Casey’s performance offers a clear, comparative way to measure his impact against peers in similar roles across the league. Rather than relying solely on raw statistics, percentile data places his metrics – such as Defensive Duels Won, Interceptions, Passes, and Aerial Duels within the broader context of EFL League One defenders.

As is evident from his percentile rankings, Olly Casey is a defensively dominant centre-back who excels in possession. His accuracy in passing across multiple zones and defensive capability combined with final third threat, highlight a player who is more than ready to make a step up in league competition.

Comparison Stats Compared to Positional Peers in EFL League One

Defending Defensive Duels

  • Defensive Duels per 90 = 6.35
  • Defensive Duels Won % = 80.68%

Aerial Ability Duels

  • Aerial Duels per 90 = 6.74
  • Aerial Duels Won % = 63.9%

Defensive Anticipation Stopping the danger

  • Interceptions per 90 = 6.10
  • Shots Blocked per 90 = 1.06

Passing Ability Accuracy and Efficiency

  • Accurate Short / Medium Passes % = 91.68%
  • Accurate Long Passes % = 54.86%

Radar Comparison Compared to Ricardo Santos

Olly Casey’s profile stacks up impressively against Ricardo Santos, who recently earned a move from League One side Bolton to Swansea in the Championship. While Santos edges Casey in aerial duels won and long passing, Casey outperforms in several key defensive metrics that are critical for success at the next level – most notably in Interceptions, Defensive Duels Won, and Successful Defensive Actions. His superior short/medium passing accuracy also indicates he’s more comfortable in possession, aligning well with Championship teams that build from the back.

This data-informed comparison from ScoutDeck® strongly suggests that Casey has the capability and the readiness to make the same step up in level as Ricardo.

Transfer Destination Ranking In ScoutDeck® Club Ranking Model

Our Transfer Ranking Model is a data-informed framework designed to evaluate how well Olly Casey fits within specific Championship clubs. The model uses weighted metrics across core categories such as Overall Suitability, Tactical Fit, Role Availability, and how each team compares stylistically to the current system Olly Casey plays in. It’s built to give Agencies a decisive edge when it comes to Player placement and identifying which Clubs align best with Olly’s profile.

Each metric is informed by detailed positional role analysis, and team-level data such as formation trends, managerial tactics, and recent squad changes. By combining these elements with current season statistics, we have provided a comprehensive, position-specific insight into club suitability for Olly, that helps to forecast a realistic pathway for his transition to Championship Football.

Olly Casey Player Analysis and Scouting Report

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Finishing

Goals per 90

65

Non-Penalty Goals per 90

65

Head Goals per 90

43

Shots on Target %

67

Goal Conversion %

59

Attacking Threat

xG per 90

100

NPxG per 90

100

Shots per 90

42

Touches in Box per 90

73

Chance Creation

xA per 90

24

Assists per 90

14

Key Passes per 90

30

Shot Assists

44

Passes to Penalty Area per 90

5

Accurate Passes to Penalty Area %

42

Build Up Play

Received Passes per 90

17

Received Long Passes per 90

17

Passes per 90

19

Accurate Passes %

96

Short / Medium Passes per 90

22

Accurate Short / Medium Passes %

77

Ball Carrying

Dribbles per 90

8

Successful Dribbles %

63

Aerial Ability

Aerial Duels per 90

19

Aerial Duels Won %

47

The Best Attacking Fullbacks and Wingbacks in EFL League One.

The role of the Fullback and Wingback has evolved beyond traditional defensive responsibilities, with attacking contributions now an essential asset for teams looking to dominate wide areas. In this analysis, we take a data-driven approach to identify the best attacking Fullbacks and Wingbacks in EFL League One, using our Player Performance Framework that evaluates defensive capabilities, aerial ability, crossing accuracy, chance creation, ball carrying and dribbling. By leveraging WyScout data, we will quantify which players succeed in progressing the ball and creating attacking opportunities, whilst excelling defensively, providing valuable insight into the standout performers in the league.

Methodology :

Attacking Fullback/Wingback Evaluation Framework

This Player Performance Framework evaluates attacking Fullbacks/Wingbacks by assessing their defensive reliability, aerial ability, crossing accuracy, chance creation, and ball-carrying/dribbling proficiency. Our weighting structure reflects the modern football landscape, where fullbacks and wingbacks are increasingly expected to balance defensive duties with offensive output. Defensive attributes remain essential but are balanced with metrics that assess technical ability, creativity, and effective progression in wide areas. Each category has been carefully weighted to prioritise skills that define a modern attacking fullback/wingback, ensuring those who excel in advancing the ball, creating chances and maintaining defensive discipline, stand out.

1. Defensive Ability (20%)

Attacking Fullbacks and Wingbacks must still perform defensive duties effectively, even if their primary role involves pushing forward. The defensive category is weighted at 20% to reflect the necessity of defensive reliability while allowing room for more offensively-focused metrics.

Metrics and Weighting :

  • Defensive Duels per 90 (25%)
    Measures how often a player engages in defensive situations.
  • Defensive Duels Won % (35%)
    Reflects the player’s ability to win challenges and gain possession.
  • PAdj Interceptions (20%)
    Shows how often the player intercepts passes to disrupt the opposition.
  • Successful Defensive Actions per 90 (20%)
    Combines key defensive actions to assess effectiveness.

2. Aerial Ability (10%)

Aerial ability is important for Fullbacks/Wingbacks, especially when defending against crosses or set-pieces, and in aerial duels during transitions. While less critical than for central defenders, it remains significant in both defensive and offensive situations.

Metrics and Weighting :

  • Aerial Duels per 90 (30%)
    Measures involvement in aerial challenges.
  • Aerial Duels Won % (70%)
    Focuses on efficiency in aerial dominance.

3. Crossing (15%)

Crossing is fundamental for attacking Fullbacks and Wingbacks who frequently operate in wide areas. Delivering accurate crosses from advanced positions is crucial for creating goalscoring opportunities – especially against compact defences. 

Metrics and Weighting :

  • Crosses per 90 (40%)
    Indicates crossing frequency, showing how often the player delivers balls into the box.
  • Accurate Crosses % (60%)
    Measures the precision of these deliveries, as accurate crosses are vital for creating high-quality chances.

4. Chance Creation (30%)

Fullbacks/Wingbacks are increasingly tasked with creating chances, especially in systems that rely on width for attacking depth. As such, this category holds a significant 30% weighting.

Metrics and Weighting :

  • Expected Assists (xA) per 90 (40%)
    Quantifies the quality of passes that lead to shots. Highlighting the players ability to create high-value opportunities.
  • Key Passes per 90 (30%)
    Tracks passes that directly lead to a shot, reflecting creativity and passing vision.
  • Passes into the Penalty Area (20%)
    Assesses the ability to break through defensive lines with incisive passes.
  • Accurate Passes into the Penalty Area % (10%)
    Evaluates the quality and reliability of penetrating passes, crucial for maintaining attacking momentum.

5. Ball Carrying and Dribbling (25%)

Modern Fullbacks/Wingbacks are expected to progress the ball up the pitch, both to alleviate opposition pressure and to instigate attacks. Ball carrying and dribbling are key components of this responsibility.

Metrics and Weighting :

  • Progressive Runs per 90 (50%)
    Measures the ability to carry the ball forward into advanced areas, often bypassing multiple opponents.
  • Dribbles per 90 (20%)
    This metric indicates how frequently the player attempts to beat an opposition player and showcases their confidence and skill.
  • Successful Dribbles % (30%)
    This highlights technical ability and effectiveness in maintaining possession during dribbling actions.
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