Active in Premier League
Career
L
◀ 2023 Leeds from Werder Bremen
Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.
Player Season Cards
Ilia Iliev Gruev's season performance cards
Bronze
ARCHITECT
0.9 Key Passes/90
0.9 Key Passes/90
3 Goals + Assists
90% Pass Accuracy
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Ilia Iliev Gruev is a solid ARCHITECT for Leeds. Evidence: 0.87 Key Passes/90.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Defense (63/100) but has room to grow in Shooting.
Ilia Iliev Gruev Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Midfielders
Height 75%
Weight 41%
Experience 49%
vs Premier League
Height 56%
Weight 30%
Experience 47%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 55
Shooting 11
Defense 63
Workrate 22
Passing 49
Key Strength 63 Defense
Area to Watch 11 Shooting
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Ilia Iliev Gruev this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 15, 2026 | Crystal Palace 0-0 Leeds | 48' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 39 |
| Mar 03, 2026 | Leeds 0-1 Sunderland | 62' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Leeds 0-1 Manchester City | 75' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Aston Villa 1-1 Leeds | 95' | 6.0 | 0 | 0 | 49 |
| Feb 10, 2026 | Chelsea 2-2 Leeds | 94' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 94 |
| Feb 06, 2026 | Leeds 3-1 Nottingham Forest | 100' | 8.0 | 0 | 2 | 50 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Leeds 0-4 Arsenal | 45' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 54 |
| Jan 26, 2026 | Everton 1-1 Leeds | 66' | 6.2 | - | - | 31 |
| Jan 26, 2026 | Girona 1-1 Getafe | 66' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 48 |
| Jan 17, 2026 | Leeds 1-0 Fulham | 81' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 39 |
| Jan 07, 2026 | Newcastle 4-3 Leeds | 89' | 7.3 | 0 | 1 | 100 |
| Jan 04, 2026 | Leeds 1-1 Manchester United | 80' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 36 |
| Jan 01, 2026 | Liverpool 0-0 Leeds | 92' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| Dec 28, 2025 | Sunderland 1-1 Leeds | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 36 |
| Dec 20, 2025 | Leeds 4-1 Crystal Palace | 11' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 69 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2026 | Leeds vs Brentford | 56 |
| Apr 13, 2026 | Manchester United vs Leeds | 61 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | Leeds vs Wolves | 42 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Bournemouth vs Leeds | 44 |
| May 02, 2026 | Leeds vs Burnley | 52 |
| May 09, 2026 | Tottenham vs Leeds | 42 |
| May 17, 2026 | Leeds vs Brighton | 45 |
| May 24, 2026 | West Ham vs Leeds | 54 |
Ilia Gruev is a Silver Wall within the English Championship, a player who has quickly established himself as a defensive cornerstone. With two league titles already in his collection, he brings a winner's pedigree and tactical discipline to the pitch, proving he is a vital asset for his side during the heat of a promotion race.
Operating with a Defense rating of 61, Gruev excels at shielding the backline and disrupting opposition attacks with clinical precision. Across 16 appearances and 944 minutes this season, he has demonstrated a level of reliability that anchors the midfield, providing the necessary Balance for more attacking teammates to flourish. While his primary identity is defined by protection, he has also proven his value as an ARCHITECT, contributing three assists in a five-match span—a remarkable output for a defensive specialist.
His performance metrics show he is hitting top form, significantly elevating his game as the season reaches its most decisive stages. This surge in quality is underpinned by a Passing accuracy of over 90%, ensuring that every recovery is turned into a controlled possession. By combining high-level Intensity with tactical intelligence, he has transformed into a dual-threat midfielder who dictates the tempo and ensures his side maintains control under pressure.