Wivine Kahambu Makasi
Date of Birth: 15 December 2005
Height / Weight: – cm / – kg
Position: RB/RW/RWB
Preferred Foot: Right
Nationality: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Club: TP Mazembe
League: DR Congo women's football championship (top division)
Height / Weight: – cm / – kg
Position: RB/RW/RWB
Preferred Foot: Right
Nationality: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Club: TP Mazembe
League: DR Congo women's football championship (top division)
Current / Potential level:
B / A
Right-footed player of average height with a lean, athletic, and strong build, showing good body mechanics. Physically gifted: both acceleration and top speed are above average, with a powerful and explosive first step. Agility is below average and coordination moderate, with visible difficulty in rapid directional adjustments and reacting to sharp changes of direction from opponents.
Primarily used on the right flank as a wide midfielder/winger, though her profile and functional output align more closely with a wing-back or full-back with significant defensive responsibility. Delivers above-average running volume along the flank, particularly in defensive phases — consistently tracks back into her own box, recovers after turnovers, and transitions quickly. Emotionally engaged, disciplined, and demonstrates strong work ethic.
Defensively active in pressing and counter-pressing, though efficiency fluctuates. Brave and tenacious in contact, using her body well. In dynamic transitions can lose positional reference — at times remains too wide, allowing inside penetration; pressing actions can lack structure, resulting in inefficient running. In 1v1 situations tends to overcommit — timing is moderate and distance control inconsistent.
Technical base is below average. First touch is unreliable, particularly on difficult receptions; ball control at speed is moderate. Dribbling is direct and predictable, relying on pushing the ball into open space. Without space, her effectiveness drops significantly due to limited feints and variation. Short passing is average, with basic combinations possible but little progressive or penetrative distribution. In the final third, after successful progression, typically delivers a cross or cut-back — execution is average in power and direction but intention is purposeful. Minimal shooting output and limited direct goal threat.
Primarily used on the right flank as a wide midfielder/winger, though her profile and functional output align more closely with a wing-back or full-back with significant defensive responsibility. Delivers above-average running volume along the flank, particularly in defensive phases — consistently tracks back into her own box, recovers after turnovers, and transitions quickly. Emotionally engaged, disciplined, and demonstrates strong work ethic.
Defensively active in pressing and counter-pressing, though efficiency fluctuates. Brave and tenacious in contact, using her body well. In dynamic transitions can lose positional reference — at times remains too wide, allowing inside penetration; pressing actions can lack structure, resulting in inefficient running. In 1v1 situations tends to overcommit — timing is moderate and distance control inconsistent.
Technical base is below average. First touch is unreliable, particularly on difficult receptions; ball control at speed is moderate. Dribbling is direct and predictable, relying on pushing the ball into open space. Without space, her effectiveness drops significantly due to limited feints and variation. Short passing is average, with basic combinations possible but little progressive or penetrative distribution. In the final third, after successful progression, typically delivers a cross or cut-back — execution is average in power and direction but intention is purposeful. Minimal shooting output and limited direct goal threat.
Player overview
Playing Style
1
HIGH RUNNING VOLUME: Along the entire flank
2
QUICK TRANSITIONS: Between actions and phases
3
1V1 DRIBBLING IN OPEN SPACE: Followed by crosses or low deliveries into the box
4
AGGRESSIVE AND DECISIVE IN DUELS
5
LIMITED FUNCTIONAL IMPACT ON THE BALL: When space is restricted
*Each category is rated on a scale from 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent), except for psychological and mental attributes, which are rated from 1 to 3
2.0
2.5
2.2
1.7
1.8
1.7
2.8
2.5
Technical Attributes
3.5
2.7
1.5
2.5
Attacking actions
2.5
2.8
2.7
1.7
2.5
1.5
Defensive actions
3.3
3.2
2.7
2.7
4.3
4.0
Physical Attributes
2.0
3.1
2.2
3.0
2.3
2.2
3.2
Tactical Attributes
3.0
2.3
2.3
2.8
2.8
3.0
3.0
Psychological & Mental Attributes
Strengths & Areas for Improvement
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TECHNICAL FOUNDATION: Unreliable first touch, particularly on difficult or aerial passes and under pressure. Ball control and handling at speed are inconsistent. Strong dependency on space — effectiveness drops significantly in tight areas.
-
ATTACKING VARIETY AND PREDICTABILITY: Limited use of feints or deception; dribbling patterns are repetitive. Minimal inward movements or variation — predominantly touchline-oriented. Low volume of decisive actions in the final third; almost no shooting threat.
-
PASSING CULTURE AND COMBINATION PLAY: Relies mainly on simple short passes. Progressive and penetrative distribution is minimal, with limited involvement in structured combination play.
+
PACE PROFILE: Explosive and powerful first step, with above-average acceleration and strong top speed. Highly effective in open space, frequently beating opponents through direct ball push-and-run actions.
+
WORK RATE AND DISCIPLINE: Covers the entire flank at above-average intensity, completing a high number of sprints. Consistently tracks back into her own box and maintains strong off-ball discipline. Remains engaged after turnovers, quickly re-entering play without emotional drop-off.
+
PHYSICAL COMPETITIVENESS: Brave in duels and unafraid of contact. Uses her body effectively in shoulder-to-shoulder situations and contested challenges.
A player with a strong physical foundation (pace, volume, engagement), providing solid baseline potential for a full-flank role.
At present, the main limitation lies in her technical base and attacking variety: inconsistent first touch, ball control at speed, and decision-making reduce effectiveness in positional attacks and against stronger opposition.
The optimal development pathway would be consolidation as a right wing-back or full-back with active forward runs. In that role, her strengths are maximized, while her weaknesses are less exposed compared to a pure winger profile.
At present, the main limitation lies in her technical base and attacking variety: inconsistent first touch, ball control at speed, and decision-making reduce effectiveness in positional attacks and against stronger opposition.
The optimal development pathway would be consolidation as a right wing-back or full-back with active forward runs. In that role, her strengths are maximized, while her weaknesses are less exposed compared to a pure winger profile.
Overall Assessment
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