O. Novák vs Zhang Hongjiang

O. Novák and Zhang Hongjiang are level, each ahead on 5 of 11 metrics. O. Novák is clearest ahead for final-third passes, interceptions and ball security (possession lost); Zhang Hongjiang is clearest ahead for aerial win rate, passes and tackles. Both compared with centre-backs at a similar level.

Zhang Hongjiang averages 0.22 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of O. Novák on 0.12.

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.