M. Balde attacks space for PAOK, sprinting runs beyond the line and threatening the channels as he moves with intent. He secures a professional contract and trains with the first team. He learns from seasoned forwards. Balde makes a senior competitive debut and begins to push for a regular rotation. A steady training regimen and a national team call-up mark his rising profile. M. Balde links play with quick one-touch layoffs and checks short then spins in behind. He presses high, pins centre-backs, and drives at defenders to create separation. In profit from chances, Balde finishes moves and gets shots off quickly.