João Palhinha vs Fausto Vera

João Palhinha leads on 7 of 12 metrics to Fausto Vera's 5. João Palhinha is clearest ahead for duel win rate, duels won and ball security (possession lost); Fausto Vera is clearest ahead for passes, final-third passes and aerials won. Both compared with defensive midfielders in major leagues.

Fausto Vera averages 0.59 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of João Palhinha on 0.56.

João Palhinha averages 3.30 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Fausto Vera on 2.58.

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.