Niklas Varelmann vs Xing Yao

Niklas Varelmann leads on 4 of 9 metrics to Xing Yao's 3. Niklas Varelmann is clearest ahead for interceptions, accurate crosses and key passes; Xing Yao is clearest ahead for tackles, duel win rate and successful dribbles. Both compared with wing-backs in lower leagues.

Niklas Varelmann averages 0.66 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of Xing Yao on 0.64.

Xing Yao averages 1.13 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Niklas Varelmann on 0.28.

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.