Artem Meshchaninov vs Bulelani Nikani

Artem Meshchaninov leads on 7 of 11 metrics to Bulelani Nikani's 2. Artem Meshchaninov is clearest ahead for passes, aerial win rate and final-third passes; Bulelani Nikani is clearest ahead for clearances and aerials won. Both compared with centre-backs at a similar level.

Artem Meshchaninov averages 1.33 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Bulelani Nikani on 1.23.

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.