Rihito Yamamoto vs Shimon Kobayashi

Shimon Kobayashi leads on 11 of 16 metrics to Rihito Yamamoto's 5. Rihito Yamamoto is clearest ahead for interceptions, duel win rate and final-third passes; Shimon Kobayashi is clearest ahead for aerials won, passes and successful dribbles. Percentiles are against each player's own peers: defensive midfielders in major leagues, and midfielders in major leagues.

Shimon Kobayashi averages 5.78 key passes per 90 on current form, ahead of Rihito Yamamoto on 1.60.

Shimon Kobayashi averages 4.00 tackles per 90 on current form, ahead of Rihito Yamamoto on 2.13.

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.