Ko Itakura vs Valentín Gómez

Valentín Gómez leads on 6 of 12 metrics to Ko Itakura's 4. Ko Itakura is clearest ahead for expected goals (xG), ball recoveries and aerial win rate; Valentín Gómez is clearest ahead for clearances, tackles and duel win rate. Both compared with centre-backs in the elite leagues.

Valentín Gómez averages 1.24 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Ko Itakura on 0.91.

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.