Lionel Messi vs José Paradela

Lionel Messi and José Paradela are level, each ahead on 5 of 12 metrics. Lionel Messi is clearest ahead for expected goals (xG), shots and non-penalty goals; José Paradela is clearest ahead for tackles, ball recoveries and accurate crosses. Both compared with wingers in major leagues.

Lionel Messi averages 0.99 non-penalty goals per 90 on current form, ahead of José Paradela on 0.33.

José Paradela averages 0.52 assists per 90 on current form, ahead of Lionel Messi on 0.46.

José Paradela averages 1.17 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Lionel Messi on 0.26.

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.