Steps out and wins it. Again. And again.
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 | 12 | 8 | 9 |
| Tackles /90 | 1.46 | 1.05 | 1.50 |
| Interceptions /90 | 1.46 | 1.71 | 1.50 |
| Blocks /90 | 1.03 | 1.18 | 1.00 |
| Duels won /90 | 4.13 | 4.21 | 3.74 |
| Pass accuracy | 81.1% | 85.6% | 85.4% |
Adjustment v1.1 · calibrated against 1401 league transitions + 1004 cross-league cup fixtures · methodology
Ahead of his age group: 80th percentile for ball winning among defenders aged 27–31.
vs defenders aged 27–31 · 230 peers · pool pct → age bandProfiles like J. Bijol — defenders with this shape at 29.
Watch the downside: aerial (1st pct) is a real weakness for the role.
Reliable: form in line with his season rate — no meaningful swings.
Top underlying game: 0.33 xG vs Alanyaspor, 1 goal.