N. Matić

N. Matić is a 37-year-old Serbian defensive midfielder who brings a rare blend of physical presence and tactical intelligence to Sassuolo’s midfield. Standing at 194 cm and weighing 85 kg, Matić wears the number 18 shirt and operates primarily as a deep-lying playmaker or holding midfielder. His game is built on reading danger before it develops, using his long frame to intercept passes and shield the back four. At this stage of his career, he no longer covers every blade of ...