Nikita Baranov vs Yuki Tanigawa

Nikita Baranov leads on 8 of 12 metrics to Yuki Tanigawa's 2. Nikita Baranov is clearest ahead for aerials won, interceptions and final-third passes; Yuki Tanigawa is clearest ahead for ball recoveries and aerial win rate. Both compared with centre-backs at a similar level.

Nikita Baranov averages 0.63 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Yuki Tanigawa on 0.45.

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.