Steps out and wins it. Again. And again.
Output is real: finishing sits in line with xG.
Small sample — 5 apps, 450 min. Treat the percentiles with caution.
Steady across opponent tiers — no big drop against the top third.
| Stat | Top third | Middle | Bottom third |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 4 | 6 | 5 |
| Tackles /90 | 1.20 | 2.30 | 1.21 |
| Interceptions /90 | 0.00 | 0.51 | 0.20 |
| Blocks /90 | 0.40 | 0.51 | 0.00 |
| Duels won /90 | 3.60 | 4.09 | 4.43 |
| Pass accuracy | 85.4% | 85.6% | 83.9% |
Adjustment v1.1 · calibrated against 1401 league transitions + 1004 cross-league cup fixtures · methodology
Ahead of his age group: 87th percentile for ball winning among defenders aged 22–26.
vs defenders aged 22–26 · 238 peers · pool pct → age bandProfiles like A. Hickey — defenders with this shape at 24.
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: 0.56 xG vs Benfica.