Akira Ibayashi vs Julian Abela

Akira Ibayashi leads on 5 of 9 metrics to Julian Abela's 4. Akira Ibayashi is clearest ahead for pass completion, ball security (possession lost) and interceptions; Julian Abela is clearest ahead for clearances, aerial win rate and aerials won. Both compared with centre-backs at a similar level.

Julian Abela averages 0.61 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Akira Ibayashi on 0.47.

Every stat is per 90 minutes or a rate from club matches. Form weights recent matches most heavily; Season uses only this club season. The player with the higher number wins each metric, except ball security where fewer losses is better. Percentiles show where each player sits against others in his own role and level.