Output is real: finishing sits in line with xG.
Small sample — 13 apps, 870 min. Treat the percentiles with caution.
Flat-track: production drops sharply against the top third.
| Stat | Top third | Middle | Bottom third |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Tackles /90 | 0.00 | 0.47 | 1.41 |
| Interceptions /90 | 0.00 | 0.95 | 1.41 |
| Blocks /90 | 0.00 | 0.47 | 0.71 |
| Duels won /90 | 0.61 | 2.37 | 5.29 |
| Pass accuracy | 69.0% | 74.7% | 77.5% |
Adjustment v1.1 · calibrated against 1401 league transitions + 1004 cross-league cup fixtures · methodology
Behind the curve for the cohort: 24th percentile for take-ons among U21 defenders.
vs U21 defenders · 62 peers · pool pct → age bandProfiles like Marcos Paulo — defenders with this shape at 20.
Watch the downside: aerial (1st pct) is a real weakness for the role.
Top underlying game: 0.02 xG vs Millwall.