Style of Play
Initially at Chelsea, under Andre Villas-Boas, Mata was used to the left in 4–3–3 formation but in March when Roberto Di Matteo took charge Mata became a right winger in a 4–2–3–1 formation. Mata is well known for his vision, passing and movement off the ball. He also very good finisher and a set piece specialist as shown by his numerous assists and goals from dead ball situations.
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