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 | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Tackles /90 | 0.45 | — | 0.52 |
| Interceptions /90 | 0.90 | — | 0.26 |
| Blocks /90 | 0.23 | — | 1.04 |
| Duels won /90 | 2.26 | — | 1.57 |
| Pass accuracy | 79.3% | — | 89.0% |
Adjustment v1.1 · calibrated against 1401 league transitions + 1004 cross-league cup fixtures · methodology
Rising: take-ons up sharply vs last season.
Behind the curve for the cohort: 38th percentile for take-ons among defenders aged 30–34.
vs defenders aged 30–34 · 146 peers · pool pct → age band| Season | Team | League | Min | Apps | Tk/90 | Int/90 | KP/90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | Antalyaspor | Süper Lig | 1,155 | 15 | 0.62 | 0.55 | 0.00 |
| 2021-22 | Spartak Moscow | UEFA Europa League | 540 | 6 | 0.88 | 0.88 | 0.50 |
Profiles like C. Cuesta — defenders with this shape at 32.
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: 0.07 xG vs Rizespor.