Fernando de Paul vs Melusi Buthelezi

Fernando de Paul leads on 4 of 9 metrics to Melusi Buthelezi's 3. Fernando de Paul is clearest ahead for pass completion, ball security (possession lost) and touches; Melusi Buthelezi is clearest ahead for saves, ball recoveries and aerials won. Both compared with goalkeepers at a similar level.

Melusi Buthelezi averages 2.35 saves per 90 on current form, ahead of Fernando de Paul on 1.98.

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.