Liam Shephard vs Kelvin Pires

Kelvin Pires leads on 7 of 12 metrics to Liam Shephard's 3. Liam Shephard is clearest ahead for duel win rate, pass completion and final-third passes; Kelvin Pires is clearest ahead for ball recoveries, tackles and aerials won. Both compared with centre-backs at a similar level.

Kelvin Pires averages 0.86 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Liam Shephard on 0.41.

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.