Best Right Wingers in the Liga Portugal 2 (Jul 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: Liga Portugal 2 Right Wingers 2022-23
Our database tracked 9 Liga Portugal 2 Right Wingers in the 2022-23 season, representing 8 clubs with a combined market value of €2.8M. The average market value for Liga Portugal 2 Right Wingers was €306K, with the average age at 24 years old.
The most valuable right winger in the Liga Portugal 2 was Zé Leite, worth €750K and played for FC Penafiel at 26 years old. The top 5 Right Wingers averaged €405K in market value, including Jair Silva and João Guilherme.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked right winger was Bernardes (19 years, SL Benfica B, €200K), while the oldest was Jair Silva (28 years, UD Leiria, €400K). Research shows Right Wingers typically peak at age 26.
Historical analysis showed 6 Right Wingers (67%) increased in market value over the following 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, then-current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Liga Portugal 2 market for Right Wingers remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2022-23 season.
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Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Liga Portugal 2 Right Wingers. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 8 clubs with €2.8M combined value.
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Age Distribution: Liga Portugal 2 Right Wingers
The Liga Portugal 2 RW market shows 4 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 24-26 bracket (3 players, 33% of market). The 24-26 age group holds the most value at €1.4M, averaging €458K per player.
Top Right Wingers by Age Bracket
U21 Years (2 players)
21-23 Years (2 players)
24-26 Years (3 players)
27-29 Years (2 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 1 Right Wingers (11% of players) control €750K
Market Tiers
Market structure shows concentrated value with emerging (<€5m) tier representing 100% of the Liga Portugal 2 RW pool.
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga Portugal 2 Right Wingers
Among 8 Liga Portugal 2 clubs, FC Penafiel leads with 1 Right Wingers worth €750K (averaging €750K per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Right Wingers.
FC Penafiel (1 Right Wingers)
UD Leiria (1 Right Wingers)
SL Benfica B (2 Right Wingers)
Académico Viseu FC (1 Right Wingers)
Player Rankings
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Zé Leite
FC Penafiel • 26 years old
€649K
€750K
+15.6%
Expected: €772K
24.2
Jair Silva
UD Leiria • 28 years old
€517K
€400K
-22.6%
Expected: €350K
16.6
João Guilherme
Académico Viseu FC • 25 years old
€303K
€350K
+15.6%
Expected: €342K
15.2
Mathys Jean-Marie
FC Felgueiras 1932 • 24 years old
€238K
€275K
+15.6%
Expected: €282K
12.7
João Adriano
UD Oliveirense • 23 years old
€216K
€250K
+15.6%
Expected: €268K
12.0
Luis Quintero
SC União Torreense • 21 years old
€173K
€200K
+15.6%
Expected: €221K
8.0
Bernardes
SL Benfica B • 19 years old
€173K
€200K
+15.6%
Expected: €238K
6.8
Dudu
SL Benfica B • 19 years old
€173K
€200K
+15.6%
Expected: €238K
6.8
Danny
Lusitânia FC Lourosa • 28 years old
€161K
€125K
-22.6%
Expected: €109K
2.2
Scout Tools
Advanced analytics for scouting and recruitment decisions. Each tool provides unique insights into player value, potential, and market dynamics.
Pre-Peak Value Efficiency (PPVE)
Identifies pre-peak players offering exceptional value relative to their age bracket. Higher PPVE = better value.
Understanding Pre-Peak Value Efficiency (PPVE)
SL Benfica B's Bernardes at 19 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 1.00×. That means João Guilherme is valued 1.00× higher than the median player in the 24-26 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Académico Viseu FC's João Guilherme, who is 25 years old, with a 1.00× PPVE. Third is João Adriano of UD Oliveirense, who is 23 years old with a 1.00× PPVE.
How PPVE is calculated: PPVE compares a player's current market value to the median value of all players in their age bracket. A PPVE of 1.00× means the player is worth 0% more than typical players their age-making them high-value targets before they reach peak value.
PPVE by Age Bracket
| Rank | Player | Age | Bracket | Current Value | Bracket Median | PPVE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Bernardes SL Benfica B | 19 | U21 | €200K | €200K | 1.00× |
| #2 | João Guilherme Académico Viseu FC | 25 | 24-26 | €350K | €350K | 1.00× |
| #3 | João Adriano UD Oliveirense | 23 | 21-23 | €250K | €250K | 1.00× |
| #4 | Dudu SL Benfica B | 19 | U21 | €200K | €200K | 1.00× |
| #5 | Luis Quintero SC União Torreense | 21 | 21-23 | €200K | €250K | 0.80× |
| #6 | Mathys Jean-Marie FC Felgueiras 1932 | 24 | 24-26 | €275K | €350K | 0.79× |
Return-to-Peak Potential (RPP)
Recovery potential from current value to forecasted peak. Shows how much upside remains for players approaching their prime.
Understanding Return-to-Peak Potential (RPP)
SL Benfica B's Bernardes at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +40%. That means Bernardes is projected to appreciate 40% as they reach their peak age in 7 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is SL Benfica B's Dudu, who is 19 years old, with a +40% RPP (7 years to peak). Third is Luis Quintero of SC União Torreense, who is 21 years old with a +30% RPP (5 years to peak).
How RPP is calculated: RPP compares a player's current market value to their forecasted peak value, calculating the percentage appreciation potential. A 40% RPP means the player is expected to gain 40% value as they enter their prime-making them excellent growth investments.
Recovery Potential by Player
| Rank | Player | Age | Years to Peak | Current | Peak Forecast | RPP % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Bernardes SL Benfica B | 19 | 7 | €200K | €332K | +40% |
| #2 | Dudu SL Benfica B | 19 | 7 | €200K | €332K | +40% |
| #3 | Luis Quintero SC União Torreense | 21 | 5 | €200K | €287K | +30% |
| #4 | João Adriano UD Oliveirense | 23 | 3 | €250K | €311K | +20% |
| #5 | Mathys Jean-Marie FC Felgueiras 1932 | 24 | 2 | €275K | €318K | +14% |
| #6 | João Guilherme Académico Viseu FC | 25 | 1 | €350K | €376K | +7% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
SL Benfica B's Bernardes has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 58.0. That means Bernardes has 19% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is SL Benfica B's Dudu with a 58.0 RAU (19% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Luis Quintero of SC União Torreense with a 33.7 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 58.0 means the upside is 58.0× greater than the uncertainty-making it a high-confidence growth opportunity. Target RAU ≥2.0 for balanced risk-reward.
Risk-Adjusted Upside by Player
| Rank | Player | Expected | Range | Upside % | RAU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Bernardes SL Benfica B | €238K | €205K-271K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #2 | Dudu SL Benfica B | €238K | €205K-271K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #3 | Luis Quintero SC União Torreense | €221K | €190K-251K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #4 | João Adriano UD Oliveirense | €268K | €236K-300K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #5 | Zé Leite FC Penafiel | €772K | €680K-865K | +3% | 12.0 |
| #6 | Mathys Jean-Marie FC Felgueiras 1932 | €282K | €248K-315K | +2% | 9.8 |
Roster Pressure Index (RPI)
Squad depth pressure based on Z-score distribution. Negative RPI = thin depth, positive = deep roster.
What This Shows
Z-Score explained: Measures how many standard deviations a player's strength is from the position average. Z-Score = 0 means average, +1.0 is one standard deviation above average, -1.0 is below average.
How to use: RPI < -1.0 indicates critical depth shortage. These positions need immediate reinforcement. RPI > +1.0 suggests strong depth, allowing selective, high-value additions only.
Current market: right winger position shows weak depth (avg Z-score: -0.00). RPI: -0.00.
Position Depth Analysis
Highest Z-Scores
Lowest Z-Scores
Age-Share Concentration (ASC)
Identifies players capturing disproportionate value relative to age group representation. Positive ASC = value concentration.
Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)
FC Penafiel's Zé Leite in the 24-26 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +16.7%. That means Zé Leite captures 50.0% of total market value while representing only 33.3% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is Académico Viseu FC's João Guilherme with a +16.7% ASC (50.0% value share vs 33.3% player share in 24-26 bracket). Third is Mathys Jean-Marie of FC Felgueiras 1932 with a +16.7% ASC (50.0% value vs 33.3% players in 24-26 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +16.7% ASC means the player captures 16.7% more market value than their numerical representation-indicating marquee status. ASC > +15% = elite dominance, ASC < -15% = potential value targets.
Value Concentration by Player
| Rank | Player | Age Bracket | Value Share | Player Share | ASC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Zé Leite FC Penafiel | 24-26 | 50.0% | 33.3% | +16.7% |
| #2 | João Guilherme Académico Viseu FC | 24-26 | 50.0% | 33.3% | +16.7% |
| #3 | Mathys Jean-Marie FC Felgueiras 1932 | 24-26 | 50.0% | 33.3% | +16.7% |
| #4 | Bernardes SL Benfica B | U21 | 14.5% | 22.2% | -7.7% |
| #5 | Dudu SL Benfica B | U21 | 14.5% | 22.2% | -7.7% |
| #6 | Luis Quintero SC União Torreense | 21-23 | 16.4% | 22.2% | -5.9% |
| #7 | João Adriano UD Oliveirense | 21-23 | 16.4% | 22.2% | -5.9% |
| #8 | Danny Lusitânia FC Lourosa | 27-29 | 19.1% | 22.2% | -3.1% |
| #9 | Jair Silva UD Leiria | 27-29 | 19.1% | 22.2% | -3.1% |
Buy-Now vs Wait-List Map
Categorizes players by age position and upside potential to guide timing of acquisition.
What This Shows
How to use:"Buy Now - High Upside" = immediate priority targets."Watch List" = monitor for 6-12 months."Peak" = pay premium for proven performers."Aging" = short-term depth only.
Current market: 2 immediate targets, 2 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 5 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
WATCH LIST - High Upside
No players in this category
BUY NOW - Medium Upside
PEAK Players
Price vs Peer Z-Score
IQR-based pricing analysis relative to position peers. Identifies over/undervalued players vs market.
What This Shows
How to use: Z-score < -1.5 = significantly undervalued (potential bargain). Z-score > +1.5 = premium pricing (requires strong justification). Within ±1.0 = fair market value.
Current market: Position median is €400K. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Danny Lusitânia FC Lourosa | €125K | €250K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Luis Quintero SC União Torreense | €200K | €250K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Mathys Jean-Marie FC Felgueiras 1932 | €275K | €250K | -0.16 | Fair Value |
Bernardes SL Benfica B | €200K | €250K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
João Guilherme Académico Viseu FC | €350K | €250K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
João Adriano UD Oliveirense | €250K | €250K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Jair Silva UD Leiria | €400K | €250K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Dudu SL Benfica B | €200K | €250K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Zé Leite FC Penafiel | €750K | €250K | +0.84 | Above Market |
How We Rank Liga Portugal 2 Right Wingers
Our Analytical Strength Index is calibrated specifically for right wingers, using position-specific age curves and playing time benchmarks. The model draws from academic research on player valuation (Franck & Nüesch, 2012) and age-performance curves (Dendir, 2016).
Scoring Components for RW
Historical Achievement Index (35%)
Peak career market value for Liga Portugal 2 right wingers, reflecting proven track record and reputation. Uses log-scale to account for exponential value distribution at elite level.
Current Performance Proxy (30%)
Present market value for Liga Portugal 2 right wingers, capturing recent form, injuries, and current performance level. Weighted to reflect age-related depreciation patterns.
Playing Time Utilization (18%)
Attackers with 2,200+ minutes score highest, indicating regular starting role and sustained performance.
Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%)
Attackers peak at 26 with fastest 7.0%/year decline (pace-dependent). Pre-peak players score higher on development trajectory.
Competition Level Adjustment (3%)
Liga Portugal 2 competition level factored into comparative strength assessment.
Performance Expectations Multiplier (2%)
Players at clubs with Champions League pedigree face higher performance standards and tactical complexity, contributing to development and market validation.
RW Performance Benchmarks
Peak Age: 26 years (peak pace and finishing efficiency)
Decline Rate: 7.0% per year (fastest decline, pace-dependent position)
Optimal Minutes: 2,200-2,400 per season (high-intensity position requires rotation)
1-Year Market Value Forecast
Probabilistic model combining age-curve depreciation, value momentum, and playing time factors:
• Age Factor: Attacker -7.0%/year post-peak, +5%/year pre-peak
• Value Trajectory: Near career peak (>95% of peak value): +3% momentum | Moderate decline: -5%
• Playing Time Factor: Regular starters (+2%), Squad rotation (-2%)
• Forecast Range: ±18% confidence interval (most volatile, form-dependent)
Research Foundation
• Dendir (2016): Age-performance curves for right wingers
• Carmichael et al. (2011): Player depreciation in top leagues
• Franck & Nüesch (2012): Hedonic pricing models for talent valuation
• Szymanski, S. (2015). Money and Soccer: A Soccernomics Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Liga Portugal 2 Right Wingers in the 2022-23 season
Who are the most valuable Right Wingers in the Liga Portugal 2 in 2022-23?
The most valuable right winger in the Liga Portugal 2 in 2022-23 is Zé Leite, who is worth €750K and plays for FC Penafiel. The second most valuable is Jair Silva (€400K, UD Leiria), followed by João Guilherme (€350K, Académico Viseu FC). Our database tracks 9 Liga Portugal 2 Right Wingers with comprehensive market valuations updated for the 2022-23 season.
How are Liga Portugal 2 Right Wingers ranked?
Liga Portugal 2 Right Wingers are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Index, which is specifically calibrated for Right Wingers. The score combines six factors: Historical Achievement Index (35%) measuring peak career value, Current Performance Proxy (30%) reflecting recent market signals, Playing Time Utilization (18%) tracking minutes played, Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%) using position-specific peak ages, League Quality Coefficient (3%) for Liga Portugal 2 competition level, and Club Tier Multiplier (2%) accounting for club prestige. This methodology is grounded in academic research including work by Dendir (2016) on age-performance curves and Franck & Nüesch (2012) on hedonic pricing models.
What age do Right Wingers peak?
Attackers typically peak at age 26, with the fastest decline rate of 7.0% per year after peak. This reflects the position's heavy reliance on pace, acceleration, and explosive power, which deteriorate faster than technical skills. Research by Carmichael et al. (2020) confirms that forwards peak earlier and decline faster than any other position. The optimal playing time is around 2,200-2,400 minutes per season.
How much does it cost to sign a top right winger from the Liga Portugal 2?
Transfer fees for Liga Portugal 2 Right Wingers vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked right winger Zé Leite (market value: €750K), estimated transfer fees would range from €600K to €1.0M depending on contract situation. Players with longer contracts (3+ years) command premium fees (1.2-1.4× market value), while those in the final year may be available for 0.8-1.1× market value. Our fee estimates are derived from historical transfer patterns and contract-clock modifiers validated against actual Liga Portugal 2 transactions.
What is the value forecast for Liga Portugal 2 Right Wingers?
Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Liga Portugal 2 Right Wingers based on age-curve depreciation, historical trajectory, and playing time adjustments. The forecast combines three factors: age-based appreciation/depreciation (pre-peak players gain ~5% per year toward peak age, post-peak players decline at position-specific rates), market trajectory momentum (comparing current to peak value), and playing time confidence (regular starters receive +2% boost). Forecast confidence intervals account for position-specific volatility-attackers have ±18% volatility (most volatile due to form-dependency). Young players (under 22) and older players (over 32) receive 1.15× uncertainty multipliers due to unpredictable development or decline patterns.
Where does the Liga Portugal 2 right winger data come from?
Our Liga Portugal 2 right winger data is sourced from Football Analytics AI's proprietary Transfer Intelligence Database, which aggregates market valuations, player statistics, contract information, and transfer histories from multiple industry sources. Market values are updated regularly based on player performance, injuries, contract negotiations, and transfer market activity. We enhance this data with our proprietary analytics including position-specific scoring algorithms, age-performance curves calibrated to academic research, and statistical forecast models. All data is validated against official Liga Portugal 2 sources and updated monthly for the 2022-23 season to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.