David Brekalo

Defender #4
Age 27 years
Nationality Slovenia
Market Value €4M

Career

No transfer history

David Brekalo is stepping up as Orlando's Bronze-tier squad player. Having arrived from Viking, the Slovenian center-back is steadily building his body of work in his new surroundings. At 28 years old, he provides exactly the kind of dependable depth and grit every successful roster needs over a gruelling domestic campaign.

Across 360 minutes and four appearances, he is methodically laying the foundation for a strong season. Our verdict highlights a defender firmly on an upward trajectory, stepping into the fray exactly when called upon without missing a single beat. His standout Defense rating sets the tone for his game, characterized by an absolute willingness to put his body on the line. This physical commitment has earned him the SHIELD badge, registering 1.5 blocks per 90 minutes to actively frustrate opposing attackers. While his reliability band is still emerging due to limited action, the early indicators point to a robust, no-nonsense approach. He keeps things simple, clears the danger, and ensures the backline retains its shape.

His stock is certainly pointing in the right direction. A rising market value of €4M reflects his growing influence and physical reliability. As he continues to settle into his role, that valuation feels like a solid return on investment for a steady defensive asset.

Player Rating

David Brekalo
62
Rating
60
steady
Form
⚡ Skills 53
🎯 Clutch 50
🎨 Style 57
📊 Ability 53
💰 High Premium
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Defender

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Scout Report

Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.

David Brekalo is a above average SHIELD for Orlando City SC. Evidence: 1.5 Blocks/90.

Player DNA

Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.

A developing player working on their overall game.

David Brekalo Traits

Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.

vs Defenders

Height 74%
Weight 57%
Experience 55%

vs Major League Soccer

Height 77%
Weight 63%
Experience 60%

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 16 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 16 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 60 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 32 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 9 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 16
Shooting 16
Defense 60
Workrate 32
Passing 9
Key Strength 60 Defense
Area to Watch 9 Passing

Match Stats

Match-by-match record for David Brekalo this season

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
May 02, 2026 Inter Miami 3-4 Orlando City SC Major League Soccer 7' - - - 100 Nu Stadium
Apr 12, 2026 Columbus Crew 1-1 Orlando City SC Major League Soccer 98' 6.9 0 0 46 ScottsMiracle-Gro Field
Apr 05, 2026 Los Angeles FC 6-0 Orlando City SC Major League Soccer 91' 6.2 0 0 75 BMO Stadium
Mar 14, 2026 Orlando City SC 2-1 CF Montreal Major League Soccer 90' 6.6 0 0 53 -
Mar 07, 2026 New York City FC 5-0 Orlando City SC Major League Soccer 90' 5.9 0 0 64 Yankee Stadium
Mar 02, 2026 Orlando City SC 2-4 Inter Miami Major League Soccer 90' 5.9 0 0 100 -
Feb 22, 2026 Orlando City SC 1-2 New York Red Bulls Major League Soccer 90' 7.2 0 0 73 Inter&Co Stadium

Player Market Value

Track David Brekalo's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €4.0M
Peak Value €4.0M (Q4'25)
€4.0M €2.0M €0
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