Output is real: finishing sits in line with xG.
Shows up against the best — output holds against top-third opponents.
| Stat | Top third | Middle | Bottom third |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 11 | 12 | 8 |
| Tackles /90 | 0.93 | 0.96 | 0.63 |
| Interceptions /90 | 0.93 | 1.31 | 1.00 |
| Blocks /90 | 1.02 | 0.61 | 1.13 |
| Duels won /90 | 3.91 | 4.44 | 3.50 |
| Pass accuracy | 81.3% | 82.6% | 83.5% |
Adjustment v1.1 · calibrated against 1401 league transitions + 1004 cross-league cup fixtures · methodology
Holding a steady profile vs last season at 27.
Middle of his age group: 50th percentile for ball winning among defenders aged 25–29.
vs defenders aged 25–29 · 275 peers · pool pct → age band| Season | Team | League | Min | Apps | Tk/90 | Int/90 | KP/90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | Nacional | Primeira Liga | 2,719 | 31 | 0.86 | 1.09 | 0.36 |
| 2024-25 | Nacional | Primeira Liga | 789 | 30 | 1.03 | 1.14 | 0.00 |
Profiles like Ian Smith — defenders with this shape at 27.
Watch the downside: aerial (1st pct) is a real weakness for the role.
Reliable: form in line with his season rate — no meaningful swings.
Valuation holding steady.
Top underlying game: 0.35 xG vs Casa Pia.