Ben Whiteman vs Julian Niehues

Ben Whiteman leads on 7 of 12 metrics to Julian Niehues's 4. Ben Whiteman is clearest ahead for ball recoveries, key passes and final-third passes; Julian Niehues is clearest ahead for shots, goals + assists and ball security (possession lost). Both compared with central midfielders in major leagues.

Ben Whiteman averages 0.94 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of Julian Niehues on 0.47.

Ben Whiteman averages 1.39 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Julian Niehues on 1.07.

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.