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 | 11 | 7 | 10 |
| Tackles /90 | 0.89 | 1.54 | 0.98 |
| Interceptions /90 | 1.68 | 1.23 | 1.19 |
| Blocks /90 | 0.89 | 0.92 | 1.09 |
| Duels won /90 | 6.53 | 6.46 | 5.86 |
| Pass accuracy | 84.7% | 78.7% | 85.8% |
Adjustment v1.1 · calibrated against 1401 league transitions + 1004 cross-league cup fixtures · methodology
Elite among his peers: 91st percentile for ball winning among defenders aged 28–32.
vs defenders aged 28–32 · 196 peers · pool pct → age bandProfiles like A. Sangante — defenders with this shape at 30.
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: 0.32 xG away to Sheffield Wednesday.