Richard Smallwood vs Rafael Coutinho

Richard Smallwood and Rafael Coutinho are level, each ahead on 5 of 12 metrics. Richard Smallwood is clearest ahead for duel win rate, ball security (possession lost) and tackles; Rafael Coutinho is clearest ahead for pass completion, interceptions and ball recoveries. Both compared with defensive midfielders in lower leagues.

Rafael Coutinho averages 0.99 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of Richard Smallwood on 0.85.

Richard Smallwood averages 2.67 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Rafael Coutinho on 2.20.

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.