João Palhinha vs Oriol Romeu

Oriol Romeu leads on 7 of 12 metrics to João Palhinha's 3. João Palhinha is clearest ahead for duel win rate, ball recoveries and final-third passes; Oriol Romeu is clearest ahead for aerials won, key passes and ball security (possession lost). Both compared with defensive midfielders in major leagues.

Oriol Romeu averages 0.77 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of João Palhinha on 0.56.

Oriol Romeu averages 3.74 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.