Active in Ligue 1
Career
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Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Moussa Niakhaté is a solid SQUAD PLAYER for Lyon. Evidence: 19.0 Appearances.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Passing (64/100) but has room to grow in Shooting.
Physical profile: Physically Strong.
Moussa Niakhaté Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 81%
Weight 86%
Experience 82%
vs Ligue 1
Height 86%
Weight 85%
Experience 83%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 51
Shooting 5
Defense 61
Workrate 59
Passing 64
Key Strength 64 Passing
Area to Watch 5 Shooting
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Moussa Niakhaté this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 15, 2026 | Le Havre 0-0 Lyon | 94' | 7.2 | - | - | 41 |
| Mar 08, 2026 | Lyon 1-1 Paris FC | 96' | 8.3 | - | - | 66 |
| Mar 01, 2026 | Marseille 3-2 Lyon | 98' | 6.9 | - | - | 100 |
| Feb 22, 2026 | Strasbourg 3-1 Lyon | 99' | 6.2 | - | - | 60 |
| Feb 15, 2026 | Lyon 2-0 Nice | 94' | 7.6 | - | - | 31 |
| Feb 07, 2026 | Nantes 0-1 Lyon | 94' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 45 |
| Feb 01, 2026 | Lyon 1-0 Lille | 96' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| Jan 25, 2026 | Metz 2-5 Lyon | 47' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 86 |
| Dec 07, 2025 | Lorient 1-0 Lyon | 97' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 45 |
| Nov 30, 2025 | Lyon 3-0 Nantes | 90' | 8.2 | 0 | 0 | 67 |
| Nov 09, 2025 | Lyon 2-3 Paris Saint Germain | 90' | 6.2 | 0 | 1 | 100 |
| Nov 02, 2025 | Stade Brestois 29 0-0 Lyon | 90' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Paris FC 3-3 Lyon | 90' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Oct 26, 2025 | Lyon 2-1 Strasbourg | 90' | 6.9 | 0 | 1 | 97 |
| Oct 18, 2025 | Nice 3-2 Lyon | 13' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 94 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 22, 2026 | Lyon vs Monaco | 93 |
| Apr 05, 2026 | Angers vs Lyon | 47 |
| Apr 12, 2026 | Lyon vs Lorient | 50 |
| Apr 19, 2026 | Paris Saint Germain vs Lyon | 74 |
| Apr 26, 2026 | Lyon vs Auxerre | 61 |
| May 03, 2026 | Lyon vs Rennes | 70 |
| May 09, 2026 | Toulouse vs Lyon | 56 |
| May 16, 2026 | Lyon vs Lens | 74 |
Moussa Niakhaté is the Gold Engine currently anchoring his side's defensive unit throughout this campaign. As a seasoned central defender with a wealth of experience across top-flight football, he has become a foundational piece of the squad, building his body of work through consistent performances and a tireless approach to every match on the pitch.
Recording 17 appearances and clocking 1408 minutes of competitive action, Niakhaté has firmly established himself as a trusted SQUAD PLAYER within the rotation. The data highlights his relentless physical contribution, with a Workrate dimension of 65 standing out as his most influential trait during match play. While he is currently searching for rhythm following a cooling off in his recent match ratings, his full season reliability band proves he is a player whose core stability outweighs temporary fluctuations in form. His tactical discipline allows him to maintain a high level of Intensity throughout the full ninety minutes, ensuring the defensive line remains organized even under sustained pressure. He provides a crucial sense of Balance to the defensive unit, acting as the functional heart of the back four and covering significant ground to snuff out opposition transitions before they become dangerous for his goalkeeper.