Kai Shibato vs Kota Watanabe

Kai Shibato leads on 8 of 12 metrics to Kota Watanabe's 4. Kai Shibato is clearest ahead for interceptions, duels won and pass completion; Kota Watanabe is clearest ahead for duel win rate, key passes and ball security (possession lost). Both compared with defensive midfielders in major leagues.

Kota Watanabe averages 0.49 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of Kai Shibato on 0.23.

Kota Watanabe averages 1.69 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Kai Shibato on 1.59.

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.