Justin Smith vs Alejandro Mestanza

Alejandro Mestanza leads on 7 of 12 metrics to Justin Smith's 5. Justin Smith is clearest ahead for aerials won, interceptions and final-third passes; Alejandro Mestanza is clearest ahead for duel win rate, key passes and pass completion. Both compared with defensive midfielders in major leagues.

Alejandro Mestanza averages 1.71 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of Justin Smith on 0.98.

Alejandro Mestanza averages 3.18 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Justin Smith on 2.67.

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.