Aleksandr Shirobokov vs Kaito Abe

Aleksandr Shirobokov leads on 5 of 12 metrics to Kaito Abe's 3. Aleksandr Shirobokov is clearest ahead for ball recoveries, final-third passes and ball security (possession lost); Kaito Abe is clearest ahead for duel win rate, tackles and aerials won. Both compared with centre-backs at a similar level.

Kaito Abe averages 0.62 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Aleksandr Shirobokov on 0.30.

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.