Malcolm Barcola Ittihad Tanger Scouting Report
Malcolm Barcola
Quick Answer
Barcola is a 27-year-old Togolese/French dual national who joined Ittihad Tanger from Portuguese second-tier side FC Paços de Ferreira in August 2025. At 1.96m he is the squad’s tallest goalkeeper, and his time in Portugal points to exposure to a European standard of preparation. Public advanced data remains limited, so any firm technical judgement should stay cautious.
Player Info Card
| Full name | Malcolm Barcola |
| Date of birth | 14 May 1999 |
| Age | 27 |
| Place of birth | Togo |
| Nationality | Togo/France |
| Main position | Goalkeeper |
| Shirt number | 12 |
| Current club | Ittihad Tanger (2026-27 Botola Pro squad) |
| Contract status | 30 June 2027 |
Career History
| Period | Club | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 öncesi | Ittihad Tanger | See club career note above |
| 25 Ağustos 2025 | Ittihad Tanger | See club career note above |
Malcolm Barcola’s career before Ittihad Tanger was spent at Portuguese second-tier club FC Paços de Ferreira. He joined Ittihad Tanger on 25 August 2025, is listed with squad number 12 as a goalkeeper, and his contract runs through 2027.
Playing Style and Assessment
At 1.96m, he offers a clear edge in closing the distance between the posts and dominating crosses in the box. Having played in Portugal’s second division points to some familiarity with organised European defensive structures, though public footage and stats from his Botola Pro spell so far remain limited.
Strengths
- Height and coverage — At 1.96m, he offers wide coverage across the goal line and on crosses.
- European league experience — Playing in the Portuguese second division gives him some exposure to organised defensive systems.
Areas for Development
- Data scarcity — Save percentage and match-by-match performance data from his Botola Pro spell are not yet trackable in open sources.
- Rotation risk — The squad’s other goalkeeper (Abyir) carries a higher market value, which could limit Barcola’s regular game time.
Level Within Botola Pro
Verdict: A Botola Pro rotation goalkeeper; his European experience is a plus, but the pecking order with his domestic rival should become clearer during the season.
Sporting Director’s Note
| Current level | Botola Pro level (unconfirmed detail) |
| Primary role | Goalkeeper |
| Transfer cost | Insufficient data |
| Main strength | Height and coverage |
| Main risk | Data scarcity |
| Scouting verdict | Monitor for another period |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Malcolm Barcola? A Togolese/French dual-national goalkeeper who moved to Ittihad Tanger from Portugal’s FC Paços de Ferreira in 2025.
What position does Malcolm Barcola play? Goalkeeper, wearing squad number 12.
Sources and Methodology
This profile was compiled by cross-referencing Transfermarkt, publicly available club and league records, Wikipedia, and accessible football data platforms. Tactical commentary and level projections reflect GegenSports editorial analysis. Because official statistical coverage in Botola Pro is more limited than in major European leagues, some advanced metrics are unavailable — this is stated explicitly in the text rather than estimated.
- Transfermarkt — Ittihad Tanger squad page (verein/12721, 2026-27 current squad, detailed table)
