João Palhinha vs Ibrahim Fofana

João Palhinha and Ibrahim Fofana are level, each ahead on 5 of 12 metrics. João Palhinha is clearest ahead for final-third passes, duel win rate and pass completion; Ibrahim Fofana is clearest ahead for interceptions, key passes and ball recoveries. Both compared with defensive midfielders in major leagues.

Ibrahim Fofana averages 0.85 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of João Palhinha on 0.56.

Ibrahim Fofana averages 3.55 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of João Palhinha on 3.30.

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.