Brian De Keersmaecker vs Kosuke Matsumura

Kosuke Matsumura leads on 6 of 12 metrics to Brian De Keersmaecker's 4. Brian De Keersmaecker is clearest ahead for ball recoveries, final-third passes and touches; Kosuke Matsumura is clearest ahead for duels won, aerials won and key passes. Both compared with defensive midfielders in major leagues.

Kosuke Matsumura averages 1.46 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of Brian De Keersmaecker on 1.21.

Kosuke Matsumura averages 2.09 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Brian De Keersmaecker on 2.02.

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.