Marko Nikolić vs Mikko Pitkänen

Mikko Pitkänen leads on 6 of 11 metrics to Marko Nikolić's 3. Marko Nikolić is clearest ahead for passes, duel win rate and final-third passes; Mikko Pitkänen is clearest ahead for ball recoveries, aerials won and clearances. Both compared with centre-backs at a similar level.

Mikko Pitkänen averages 1.66 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Marko Nikolić on 1.36.

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.