Balanta Jr. vs J. Zíka

Balanta Jr. leads on 7 of 12 metrics to J. Zíka's 4. Balanta Jr. is clearest ahead for ball security (possession lost), duels won and passes; J. Zíka is clearest ahead for tackles, final-third passes and interceptions. Both compared with defensive midfielders at a similar level.

Balanta Jr. averages 1.05 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of J. Zíka on 0.99.

J. Zíka averages 1.39 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Balanta Jr. on 0.35.

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.