Alex Telles — season analysis
Alex Nicolao Telles (Brazil), aged 33, runs the midfield for Botafogo (Brasileirão Serie A) in 2026/27, balancing ball progression with defensive work. He brings the experience of a long career to the dressing room.
His ledger reads 3 goals plus 3 assists from 22 matches, 6 direct contributions in all. That comes across 1,703 minutes on the pitch, or 0.16 goals per 90 minutes and 0.32 goal involvements per 90. He has started 22 of those matches.
He has attempted 12 shots (25% finding the frame) and converts 25% of them. He creates chances too, with 34 key passes and 82% passing accuracy. Off the ball he has made 22 tackles and 18 interceptions, winning 46% of his duels.
2 of his goals have come from the penalty spot. Disciplinary record this season: 4 yellow. Put together, his season yields an IIG of 6, the league-weighted impact score explained on our about page.