Joaquín Varela vs Ao Chen

Joaquín Varela leads on 6 of 11 metrics to Ao Chen's 5. Joaquín Varela is clearest ahead for final-third passes, passes and clearances; Ao Chen is clearest ahead for tackles, ball security (possession lost) and pass completion. Both compared with centre-backs at a similar level.

Ao Chen averages 1.25 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Joaquín Varela on 0.44.

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.