Aboubakary Koita is currently in the midst of a breakout season at Sint-Truiden in regards to his attacking output.
The 25-year-old Belgian-born Mauritania international joined the top division club from SK Beveren in the summer of 2021, with Koita scoring three goals and contributing three assists in his first two seasons in Limburg.
However, since Thorsten Finks arrival in the summer as the club’s new head coach, Koita has been deployed in a more advanced position, which has paid dividends.
The 25-year-old has scored 11 goals through 17 matches in the Belgian Pro League this season, making him the second-highest scorer in the league.
In this tactical analysis, we will look at the evolution of Aboubakary Koita’s role under Thorsten Fink and his tactics to the one under his predecessor, Bernd Hollerbach, while also analysing Koita’s style of play, strengths, and any standout weaknesses in the form of a scout report.
Aboubakary Koïta Position overview Under Fink & Hollerbach
In the Belgian Pro League this season, Sint-Truiden has become a much different team tactically under Thorsten Fink than they were the previous two seasons under Fink’s compatriot Bernd Hollerbach.
Under Bernd Hollerbachs tactics, Sint-Truiden was set up in a more defensive-minded style of play.
The Belgian side averaged 44.1% of ball possession last season, one of the lowest totals in the Belgian Pro League.
Aboubakary Koïta Heat Map Under Bernd Hollerbach
The heat map graphic above shows Aboubakary Koitas average position during Bernd Hollerbach’s two seasons in charge of the Limburg-based club.
The German tactician usually opted to set his side up in a 5-3-2 formation, with Koita being deployed at the left wingback.
This role did allow the Mauritanian in
