Richard Smallwood vs Azeem Abdullah

Azeem Abdullah leads on 6 of 12 metrics to Richard Smallwood's 5. Richard Smallwood is clearest ahead for final-third passes, passes and ball security (possession lost); Azeem Abdullah is clearest ahead for duels won, pass completion and interceptions. Both compared with defensive midfielders in lower leagues.

Azeem Abdullah averages 1.15 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of Richard Smallwood on 0.99.

Richard Smallwood averages 2.83 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Azeem Abdullah on 2.48.

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.