Dimitrios Nikolaou vs Denis Kulikov

Denis Kulikov leads on 7 of 12 metrics to Dimitrios Nikolaou's 2. Dimitrios Nikolaou is clearest ahead for final-third passes and aerials won; Denis Kulikov is clearest ahead for ball recoveries, interceptions and ball security (possession lost). Both compared with centre-backs at a similar level.

Denis Kulikov averages 0.93 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Dimitrios Nikolaou on 0.86.

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.