Steps out and wins it. Again. And again.
Output is real: finishing sits in line with xG.
Steady across opponent tiers — no big drop against the top third.
| Stat | Top third | Middle | Bottom third |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 8 | 6 | 11 |
| Tackles /90 | 0.53 | 0.96 | 0.59 |
| Interceptions /90 | 0.80 | 1.20 | 0.94 |
| Blocks /90 | 0.27 | 0.96 | 0.47 |
| Duels won /90 | 5.72 | 6.22 | 6.83 |
| Pass accuracy | 84.9% | 90.3% | 83.8% |
Adjustment v1.1 · calibrated against 1401 league transitions + 1004 cross-league cup fixtures · methodology
Ahead of his age group: 75th percentile for ball winning among defenders aged 23–27.
vs defenders aged 23–27 · 271 peers · pool pct → age bandProfiles like Gustavo Marques — defenders with this shape at 25.
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: 0.35 xG vs Watford.